Shade by Neil Jordan

Shade

Neil Jordan

319 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical mystery dark mysterious reflective slow-paced
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Shade by Neil Jordan is a haunting and highly praised novel that will captivate readers who appreciate atmospheric, slow-burning stories that weave together the threads of family, love, loss, and the complexities of human nature, making it a perfect fit for fans of character-driven fiction and historical mysteries.

Description

Nina Hardy has been murdered. She dies in the garden of the house where she grew up, killed by George, her childhood friend. But her body is never found, and she remains a silent shade, watching-and retelling-the events of her life, and afterlife....

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3.1
based on 60 reviews

Moods

dark: 100%

emotional: 50%

mysterious: 50%


Pace

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slow

Plot or character driven?

100% of readers chose Character
Character

Strong character development?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Loveable characters?

100% of readers chose No
No

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose No
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

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