Plot Summary

Shadowhouse Fall

Daniel José Older
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Shadowhouse Fall

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Daniel José Older

Shadowhouse Fall

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Shadowhouse Fall by Daniel José Older follows Sierra Santiago, a teen artist who navigates a magical conflict in New York City. As she uncovers more about her family's heritage, Sierra encounters spirits and faces challenges that test her courage and creativity. This second installment in the Shadowshaper Cypher series blends urban fantasy with cultural identity.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Adventurous

Emotional

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Shadowhouse Fall by Daniel José Older is praised for its vibrant, diverse characters and its seamless blend of magic with contemporary social issues. The narrative is engaging and fast-paced, though some readers find it occasionally overwhelming. Its strong themes and compelling character development make it a standout in urban fantasy.

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Who Should Read Shadowhouse Fall?

Readers who relish vibrant urban fantasies, cultural diversity, and supernatural elements will be captivated by Daniel José Older's Shadowhouse Fall. Fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series or Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments will find similar excitement in its diverse characters and magical battles.

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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