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The Summoning

Kelley Armstrong
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The Summoning

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008

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Kelley Armstrong

The Summoning

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Buffalo, New York • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

620L

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Super Short Summary

In The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong, a teenager named Chloe discovers she can see ghosts and is sent to a group home for troubled youth. There, she learns that she and the other residents possess supernatural abilities. As they unravel their powers and secrets, they face dangerous challenges and uncover a conspiracy.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Emotional

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.3

176,642 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong is praised for its engaging and fast-paced storyline with relatable teenage characters, blending supernatural elements with real-life challenges. Critics note that while the plot captivates, some character development feels rushed. The blend of suspense and fantasy appeals to a young adult audience, though some may find it predictable.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Summoning?

Readers who enjoy The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong would likely be teens or young adults who appreciate paranormal elements, strong female protagonists, and suspenseful narratives. Fans of Twilight by Stephenie Meyer and City of Bones by Cassandra Clare may find similar enjoyment in this gripping supernatural tale.

4.3

176,642 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Buffalo, New York • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

620L

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