Killers of the Dawn by Darren Shan

Killers of the Dawn

Cirque du Freak #9

Darren Shan

206 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror middle grade adventurous dark tense fast-paced

Description

Outnumbered, outsmarted and desperate, the hunters are on the run, pursued by the vampaneze, the police, and an angry mob. With their enemies clamoring for blood, the vampires prepare for a deadly battle. Is this the end for Darren and his allies?

Community Reviews Summary of 1,538 reviews

Moods

dark 91%
adventurous 84%
tense 60%
emotional 44%
mysterious 44%
sad 33%
challenging 22%
funny 6%
hopeful 2%
lighthearted 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 72%
medium 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 54% | A mix: 37% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.98

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