Nightfall

Name: Nightfall
Brand: Simon & Schuster Australia
SKU: 9781471189470
Price: 18.0 NZD
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By Shannon Messenger

Series: Keeper of the Lost Cities

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Summary

Nightfall by Shannon Messenger, part of the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, follows Sophie Foster as she navigates the intricacies of her extraordinary world. Facing new challenges and uncovering hidden truths, Sophie and her friends must work to protect their community from emerging threats. This instalment combines adventure, magic, and mystery, offering young readers an enthralling continuation of Sophie's journey.
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Nightfall is the sixth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers.

Sophie Foster is struggling. Grieving. Scrambling. But she knows one thing: she will not be defeated.

The Neverseen have had their victories – but the battle is far from over. It’s time to change tactics. Make sacrifices. Re-examine everything. Maybe even time for Sophie to trust her enemies.

All paths lead to Nightfall – an ominous door to an even more ominous place – and Sophie and her friends strike a dangerous bargain to get there. But nothing can prepare them for what they discover. The problems they’re facing stretch deep into their history. And with time running out, and mistakes catching up with them, Sophie and her allies must join forces in ways they never have before.

Sophie must uncover the truth about the Lost Cities’ insidious past, before it repeats itself and changes reality.

Don’t miss the brand-new book in the series, Stellarlune, out now!

Books in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series:

Keeper of the Lost Cities
Exile
Everblaze
Neverseen
Lodestar
Nightfall
Flashback
Legacy
Stellarlune
Unlocked

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Nightfall

Nightfall is the sixth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster is struggling. Grieving. Scrambling. But she knows one thing: she will not be defeated. The Neverseen have had their victories – but the battle is...

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Everblaze

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Keeper of the Lost Cities Collection Books 1-5 (Boxed Set)

A New York Times bestselling series A USA TODAY bestselling series A California Young Reader Medal–winning series A telepathic girl is the key to an unknown world and it’s up to her to save it in the thrilling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. The first five books are now available as a collectible paperback boxed set! Sophie Foster has...

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Nightfall by Shannon Messenger is praised for its imaginative world-building and captivating storytelling. Readers enjoy the intricate plots and character development, particularly within the Keeper of the Lost Cities series. However, some reviews mention that the pacing can be uneven, with parts feeling slower than others. Overall, it is recommended for children who enjoy fantasy and adventure stories.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471189470

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Childrens Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 49.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 832

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About the Author

Shannon Messenger graduated from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, where she learned—among other things—that she liked watching movies much better than making them. She studied art, screenwriting, and television production but realized her real passion was writing for kids and teens. She’s the internationally, New York Times, and USA TODAY bestselling author of the award-winning middle grade series Keeper of the Lost Cities, as well as the Sky Fall young adult series. Her books have been featured on multiple state reading lists, published in numerous countries, and translated into many languages. She lives in Southern California with her family and an embarrassing number of cats. Find her online at ShannonMessenger.com and @SW_Messenger on Instagram, X, and Facebook.

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