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Black Heart

Holly Black
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Black Heart

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

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Holly Black

Black Heart

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

297

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

Reviews & Readership

4.3

19,794 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In Black Heart by Holly Black, readers appreciate the intricate plot and strong character development, particularly the protagonist's growth. The novel's world-building captivates, blending magic with reality seamlessly. However, some find the pacing uneven and certain plot twists predictable. Overall, it's a compelling addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Black Heart?

Fans of urban fantasy will relish Black Heart by Holly Black, with its blend of magic, crime, and complex family dynamics. Readers who enjoyed Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments series or Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere will find this novel's gritty, spellbinding world captivating.

4.3

19,794 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

297

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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