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Shadow Puppets (Ender’s Shadow, #3)

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Science Fiction Fiction Fantasy Young Adult

by Orson Scott Card

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3.88 (43.5K ratings)
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description 384 pages

Shadow Puppets by Orson Scott Card holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 43.5K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 384 pages.

About Shadow Puppets

Bestselling author Orson Scott Card brings to life a new chapter in the saga of Ender's Earth.Earth and its society have been changed irrevocably in the aftermath of Ender Wiggin's victory over the Formics. The unity forced upon the warring nations by an alien enemy has shattered. Nations are rising again, seeking territory and influence, and most of all, seeking to control the skills and loyalty of the children from the Battle School.But one person has a better idea. Peter Wiggin, Ender's older, more ruthless, brother, sees that any hope for the future of Earth lies in restoring a sense of unity and purpose. And he has an irresistible call on the loyalty of Earth's young warriors. With Bean at his side, the two will reshape our future.Here is the continuing story of Bean and Petra, and the rest of Ender's Dragon Army, as they take their places in the new government of Earth.

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Author Orson Scott Card
Published 2002
Pages 384
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult
Average Rating 3.88 / 5.00
Total Ratings 43,517

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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43.5K ratings
With a rating of 3.88, Shadow Puppets is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.88
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4.01
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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Shadow Puppets?

Shadow Puppets is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Shadow Puppets worth reading?

Based on 43.5K reader ratings, Shadow Puppets has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Shadow Puppets?

Shadow Puppets has 384 pages.

Who wrote Shadow Puppets?

Shadow Puppets was written by Orson Scott Card. It was first published in 2002.

What is the ISBN for Shadow Puppets?

The ISBN-13 for Shadow Puppets is 9780765340050.0.

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