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by Kristin Cashore
4.12008471 pages
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A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as The Shadows Between Us.
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Alessandra has a plan: seduce the Shadow King, marry him, kill him, and take his kingdom for herself, but she doesn't expect to actually fall for the darkly powerful ruler she intended to destroy
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City of Bones
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a dramatic and angsty tone that will resonate with The Shadows Between Us fans.
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by Sabaa Tahir
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal but empowering tone that will resonate with The Shadows Between Us fans.
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by Suzanne Collins
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a dark and calculating tone that will resonate with The Shadows Between Us fans.
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The Hunger Games
Start of Hunger Games seriesby Suzanne Collins
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal yet hopeful tone that will resonate with The Shadows Between Us fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Shadows Between Us
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graceling | Kristin Cashore | 4.1 | 2008 | 471 | Closest match |
| City of Bones📚 Series starter | Cassandra Clare | 4.4 | 2009 | 485 | Start a new series |
| The Winner's Curse📚 Series starter | Marie Rutkoski | 0 | 2014 | — | Start a new series |
| An Ember in the Ashes📚 Series starter | Sabaa Tahir | 4.2 | 2015 | 480 | Start a new series |
| The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes | Suzanne Collins | 4.6 | 2020 | 517 | Similar vibes |
| The Hunger Games📚 Series starter | Suzanne Collins | 0 | 2008 | — | Start a new series |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Shadows Between Us?
The most similar books to The Shadows Between Us are Graceling, City of Bones, The Winner's Curse.
What should I read after The Shadows Between Us?
After finishing The Shadows Between Us, readers most commonly pick up Graceling next.
Who writes books like Tricia Levenseller?
Authors similar to Tricia Levenseller include Jessica Townsend, Lisa McMann, Jasper Fforde, Erin Hunter, Andrew Peterson.
What genre is The Shadows Between Us?
The Shadows Between Us is a Fantasy novel by Tricia Levenseller, published in 2020. It features elements of Villain Romance, Enemies to Lovers, Dark Fantasy.
How long is The Shadows Between Us?
The Shadows Between Us is 326 pages long.
Does The Shadows Between Us have romance/spice?
The Shadows Between Us has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About The Shadows Between Us
Alessandra has a plan: seduce the Shadow King, marry him, kill him, and take his kingdom for herself, but she doesn't expect to actually fall for the darkly powerful ruler she intended to destroy. Levenseller delivers dark YA fantasy romance featuring morally gray characters and a heroine whose villainous ambitions are complicated by genuine feelings. A standalone villain romance that subverts expectations about heroes and villains, this novel explores themes of power, ambition, and whether love can change someone's fundamental nature while featuring a heroine unashamed of her dark desires and a romance built on mutual recognition of each other's darkness.