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Allies of the Night (Cirque du Freak, #8)

Darren Shan
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Allies of the Night (Cirque du Freak, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

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Darren Shan

Allies of the Night (Cirque du Freak, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

209

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Unknown European City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

820L

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Super Short Summary

In Allies of the Night by Darren Shan, a young vampire and his friends confront challenging foes while delving into dark mysteries. They encounter various allies and enemies in their quest, navigating perilous situations that test their resolve and strength. This book is part of the Cirque du Freak series.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

27,976 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of Darren Shan's Allies of the Night highlight its fast-paced narrative and engaging plot, appealing particularly to fans of the vampire genre. However, some criticize its character development as lacking depth. Overall, the book successfully maintains suspense and excitement, making it a solid addition to the series for young readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Allies of the Night (Cirque du Freak, #8)?

Readers who would enjoy Darren Shan’s Allies of the Night are generally young adults who revel in dark fantasy and horror. Fans of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series or Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight saga will find the gripping, supernatural adventures and complex characters compelling. The book’s themes of friendship and bravery resonate with those who enjoy suspenseful and eerie storytelling.

4.4

27,976 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Allies of the Night is the eighth installment in Darren Shan's Cirque du Freak series, which combines elements of horror and fantasy to capture the imaginations of young adult readers.

Darren Shan, the author of Allies of the Night, shares his name with the series' protagonist, a narrative technique that adds an intriguing layer of realism to the stories.

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The Cirque du Freak series gained so much popularity that it was adapted into a movie titled Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant in 2009, although the film condensed several books, including Allies of the Night, into a single storyline.

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Book Details
Pages

209

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Unknown European City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

820L

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