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Charlie Bone and the Shadow (The Children of the Red King, #7)

Charlie Bone and the Shadow (The Children of the Red King, #7) book cover
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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction Mystery & Thriller Fantasy

by Jenny Nimmo

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4.02 (13.3K ratings)
calendar_today 2008
description 429 pages

Charlie Bone and the Shadow by Jenny Nimmo holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 13.3K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 429 pages.

About Charlie Bone and the Shadow

When Charlie is trapped in a magical painting he must battle an evil count thirsty for revenge. Will he be able to save himself and his friends? Find out in Book 7 of Jenny Nimmo's bestselling series!The enchanter Count Harken is back to take his revenge on the Red King's heirs, starting with Charlie Bone's family! Charlie's ancestor has been kidnapped and imprisoned in the dark, forbidding land of Badlock, and it's up to Charlie to save him. Traveling through a painting to the terrifying countryside, Charlie and his best friend's dog, Runner Bean, take up the quest. But when Runner Bean gets trapped, Charlie needs the help of his friends. Can they get past an army of trolls, rescue Runner Bean and Charlie's ancestor, and get out before it's too late?

Detail Value
Author Jenny Nimmo
Published 2008
Pages 429
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy
Average Rating 4.02 / 5.00
Total Ratings 13,322

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.0
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13.3K ratings
With a rating of 4.02, Charlie Bone and the Shadow is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs on par.

How It Compares

4.02
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Charlie Bone and the Shadow?

Charlie Bone and the Shadow is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Charlie Bone and the Shadow worth reading?

Based on 13.3K reader ratings, Charlie Bone and the Shadow has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Charlie Bone and the Shadow?

Charlie Bone and the Shadow has 429 pages.

Who wrote Charlie Bone and the Shadow?

Charlie Bone and the Shadow was written by Jenny Nimmo. It was first published in 2008.

What is the ISBN for Charlie Bone and the Shadow?

The ISBN-13 for Charlie Bone and the Shadow is 9780439846690.0.

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