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The Shadow Rising (Wheel of Time, #4)

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Fantasy Fiction

by Robert Jordan

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4.21 (122.5K ratings)
calendar_today 1992
description 1,007 pages

The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan holds a highly rated rating of 4.21 out of 5, based on 122.5K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 1,007 pages.

About The Shadow Rising

The seals of Shayol Ghul are weak now, and the Dark One reaches out. The Shadow is rising to cover humankind.In Tar Valon, Min sees portents of hideous doom. Will the White Tower itself be broken?In the Two Rivers, the Whitecloaks ride in pursuit of a man with golden eyes, and in pursuit of the Dragon Reborn.In Cantorin, among the Sea Folk, High Lady Suroth plans the return of the Seanchan armies to the mainland.In the Stone of Tear, the Lord Dragon considers his next move. It will be something no one expects, not the Black Ajah, not Tairen nobles, not Aes Sedai, not Egwene or Elayne or Nynaeve.Against the Shadow rising stands the Dragon Reborn.....

Detail Value
Author Robert Jordan
Published 1992
Pages 1,007
Genres Fantasy, Fiction
Average Rating 4.21 / 5.00
Total Ratings 122,524

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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122.5K ratings
With a rating of 4.21, The Shadow Rising is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs above expectations. With 122.5K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.21
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Shadow Rising?

The Shadow Rising is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Shadow Rising worth reading?

Based on 122.5K reader ratings, The Shadow Rising has an average score of 4.21 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Shadow Rising?

The Shadow Rising has 1,007 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Shadow Rising?

The Shadow Rising was written by Robert Jordan. It was first published in 1992.

What is the ISBN for The Shadow Rising?

The ISBN-13 for The Shadow Rising is 9780812513740.0.

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