The Shadow Club
The Shadow Club
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
USA • 1980s
2002
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
In The Shadow Club by Neal Shusterman, a group of students forms a secret club to vent frustrations about recurring rivalries and perceived unfairness in talent competitions. As their pranks intensify beyond control, members face unintended consequences, challenging their views on competition, envy, and responsibility within their school community.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Shadow Club by Neal Shusterman engages readers with its gripping narrative and relatable characters. Praised for its exploration of jealousy and morality, the novel deftly balances suspense with emotional depth. However, some critics note a predictable plot. Overall, its impactful themes and strong character development provide a thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Shadow Club?
A reader who enjoys The Shadow Club by Neal Shusterman would likely be a fan of suspenseful, young adult novels that explore themes of rivalry and revenge. Similar in tone to books like Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher and Lord of the Flies by William Golding, it appeals to those interested in psychological and moral complexity.
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Novel • Fiction
USA • 1980s
2002
YA
10-14 years
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