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Faery in Shadow

C.J. Cherryh
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Faery in Shadow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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C.J. Cherryh

Faery in Shadow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Era

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Faery in Shadow by C.J. Cherryh follows a man named Ciaran who navigates the mystical, perilous world of faeries. Accompanied by a priest named Liosliath, Ciaran embarks on a journey to retrieve a stolen soul, facing threats from both human and supernatural realms. This tale explores themes of redemption, identity, and the intertwining of human and faery destinies.

Mysterious

Dark

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

277 ratings

51%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Faery in Shadow by C.J. Cherryh showcases her mastery in crafting intricate fantasy, with richly developed characters and immersive settings. Readers appreciate the atmospheric prose and depth of folklore. Some critiques mention a complex plot and challenging pacing, but overall, it captivates with its unique take on faery lore.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Faery in Shadow?

Fans of rich fantasy worlds and intricate character dynamics will enjoy Faery in Shadow by C.J. Cherryh. Readers who appreciated the complex mythological layers in Neil Gaiman's American Gods or the immersive storytelling in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion will find this novel captivating.

3.6

277 ratings

51%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Medieval Era

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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