Questions About Shadowfell (Shadowfell, #1)

by Juliet Marillier (Goodreads Author)

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Hey, does anyone know when this book is set? Perhaps a specific year?

Siona Robertson Though this is a fantasy novel, "Alban" or, as it is sometimes called, "Alba" is the ancient name for Scotland (just as Eire or Erin are the Ancient n…moreThough this is a fantasy novel, "Alban" or, as it is sometimes called, "Alba" is the ancient name for Scotland (just as Eire or Erin are the Ancient names for Ireland), so I would hazard a guess that this is set in an "alternate" Scotland that resembles something akin to pre-medieval to early medieval times, well before the Nordic, Roman and Norman invasions of the Brittish Isles.(less)

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Hey! Can anyone tell me how old/about Flint is? It's been really botherin me. I can't re read it at th moment as I don't own it. If someone could reply that'd be awesome:) Do they even mention how old he is? I'm defiently going have to re read Shadowfell, loved it the first time but I'm starting to forget some of the details:)

Ann A specific age is not given. Neryn guesses that he is 5-6 years older than her, and then his age is hinted at again in relation to where he was when t…moreA specific age is not given. Neryn guesses that he is 5-6 years older than her, and then his age is hinted at again in relation to where he was when the king began his reign. So about 20-21.(less)

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Is Finn a good guy all along??? Or does he work for the king but hides it from Neryn??? Btw I'm only at half of the book but really want to know

Siona Robertson I'm sure you've finished the book by now, but I would describe Flints character as somewhat of a misunderstood good guy, but in keeping with his role,…moreI'm sure you've finished the book by now, but I would describe Flints character as somewhat of a misunderstood good guy, but in keeping with his role, he has to be. Marillier certainly gives this impression, but I suspect this is deliberate, in order to keep the book moving while maintaining the suspense.(less)

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is there a love triangle??