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Shadowheart

Tad Williams
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Shadowheart

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Tad Williams

Shadowheart

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

766

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Osten Ard • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Shadowheart by Tad Williams is the concluding book in the Shadowmarch series. It follows a diverse group of individuals navigating a world of political intrigue, magic, and impending war. As alliances form and destinies unfold, characters must confront their pasts and embrace their roles in shaping the future of their realm.

Mysterious

Dark

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

6,819 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Shadowheart by Tad Williams concludes the series with rich world-building and intricate plotlines, praised for depth and character development. Some readers noted pacing issues and complexity that could be overwhelming. The author successfully intertwines multiple narratives, providing a satisfying resolution for fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Shadowheart?

Readers who enjoy epic fantasies with intricate plots and detailed world-building, akin to fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, would be drawn to Tad Williams's Shadowheart. It appeals to those who appreciate complex characters and multi-layered narrative threads.

4.3

6,819 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

766

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Osten Ard • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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