Summer of Night
by Dan Simmons
Summer of Night by Dan Simmons holds a highly rated rating of 4.00 out of 5, based on 13K reader ratings. First published in 1991. The book spans 600 pages.
About Summer of Night
It's the summer of 1960 in Elm Haven, Illinois, and five 12-year old boys are forming the bonds that a lifetime of changes will never erase. But then a dark cloud threatens the bright promise of summer vacation: on the last day of school, their classmate Tubby Cooke vanishes. Soon, the group discovers stories of other children who once disappeared from Elm Haven. And there are other strange things happening in town: unexplained holes in the ground, a stranger dressed as a World War I soldier, and a rendering-plant truck that seems to be following the five boys. The friends realize that there is a terrible evil lurking in Elm Haven...and they must be the ones to stop it.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dan Simmons |
| Published | 1991 |
| Pages | 600 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.00 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,014 |
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What genre is Summer of Night?
Summer of Night is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Summer of Night worth reading?
Based on 13K reader ratings, Summer of Night has an average score of 4.00 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Summer of Night?
Summer of Night has 600 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Summer of Night?
Summer of Night was written by Dan Simmons. It was first published in 1991.
What is the ISBN for Summer of Night?
The ISBN-13 for Summer of Night is 9780446362660.0.
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