Abarat (Abarat, #1)
by Clive Barker
Abarat by Clive Barker holds a highly rated rating of 4.08 out of 5, based on 20.5K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 393 pages.
About Abarat
Candy lives in Chickentown USA: the most boring place in the world, her heart bursting for some clue as to what her future may hold. She is soon to find out: swept out of our world by a giant wave, she finds herself in another place entirely...The Abarat: a vast archipelago where every island is a different hour of the day, from the sunlit wonders of Three in the Afternoon, where dragons roam, to the dark terrors of the island of Midnight, ruled by Christopher Carrion.Candy has a place in this extraordinary world: she has been brought here to help save the Abarat from the dark forces that are stirring at its heart. Forces older than time itself, and more evil than anything Candy has ever encountered.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Clive Barker |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 393 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Horror |
| Average Rating | 4.08 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 20,460 |
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What genre is Abarat?
Abarat is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Horror. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Abarat worth reading?
Based on 20.5K reader ratings, Abarat has an average score of 4.08 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Abarat?
Abarat has 393 pages.
Who wrote Abarat?
Abarat was written by Clive Barker. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for Abarat?
The ISBN-13 for Abarat is 9780064407340.0.
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