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Touching Darkness

Scott Westerfeld
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Touching Darkness

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Scott Westerfeld

Touching Darkness

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

439

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bixby, Oklahoma • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

800L

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Super Short Summary

In Scott Westerfeld's Touching Darkness, individuals with special abilities, known as Midnighters, navigate challenges in their town during the secretive 'midnight hour.' They confront emerging threats and decipher mysteries tied to their powers, fostering teamwork and resilience while exploring identity and destiny within their unique world.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.3

20,287 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Touching Darkness by Scott Westerfeld is praised for its engaging plot and strong character development, appealing to fans of the supernatural genre. The fast-paced narrative and intriguing world-building are seen as major strengths. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it is an exciting sequel that captivates its audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Touching Darkness?

Fans of Touching Darkness by Scott Westerfeld likely enjoy fast-paced urban fantasy with dark themes. Similar to readers of Holly Black’s Tithe and Cassandra Clare’s The Mortal Instruments, they appreciate intricate plots, supernatural elements, and complex adolescent characters in a contemporary setting.

4.3

20,287 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

439

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bixby, Oklahoma • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

800L

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