The Name of the Star (Shades of London, #1)

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by Maureen Johnson (Goodreads Author)

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Stephanie I thought it was boring for the first chapter. I kept reading for a few more and then couldn't put it down. The exposition just takes a while to begin…moreI thought it was boring for the first chapter. I kept reading for a few more and then couldn't put it down. The exposition just takes a while to begin. I really enjoyed the second book, too. (less)
Saule Juskelyte The copycat was killing as a way to taunt the shades. By committing his crimes on live camera, he was hinting to Rory and her friends that he knew the…moreThe copycat was killing as a way to taunt the shades. By committing his crimes on live camera, he was hinting to Rory and her friends that he knew they could see them. As a former shade, Newman wanted revenge.(less)
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ספרן הלילה Quantities and levels are subjective, but yes, there are a few graphic descriptions of murder and of dead bodies.
Danica There is some romance but you really have to wait until the second and third book. That’s when it gets really interesting! I also love who Rory eventu…moreThere is some romance but you really have to wait until the second and third book. That’s when it gets really interesting! I also love who Rory eventually gets paired up with! I won’t spoil it though, you’ll just have to wait and see.(less)

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