Summary: Shadowhouse Fall, the sequel to Shadowshaper resumes the story of Sierra and her
fellow
shadowshapers. As summer turns into fall, Sierra and her fellow shadowshapers face new
dangers from an old foe. The Sorrows have regrouped and surrounded themselves with a more
powerful ally. When Sierra receives a strange card from a classmate that features the mysterious
Hound of Light, she wonders why. Her quest to discover the meaning of the card reveals her
family’s darkest secrets, which puts her and everyone she holds dear in danger. Can Sierra put all
the pieces together in time to stop the rising forces that threaten to destroy her?
Shadowhouse Fall perfectly balances the realistic setting of Brooklyn, New York with its fantastical
magical elements. This balance gives the magical elements the aura of plausibility. The characters
are sharply drawn and engaging. Sierra’s voice is the strongest because she is the leader.
However, Sierra needs every one of her supporting characters to be successful and she knows it.
The novel moves at a lively pace and propels the reader through the pages. Readers should read
Shadowshaper prior to reading Shadowhouse Fall. The complexity of the plot and characters make
it tough to read the novels out of order. Too many important details and critical background
information would be lost.
Straight Talk for Librarians: Shadowhouse Fall is recommended for fans of Shadowshaper. The
series is appropriate for striving readers. The characters are multicultural and genuinely reflective of
the novel’s urban setting. They have broad appeal for fans of modern fantasy. The novel contains
multiple scenes of violent battles, high school level romance and death. Shadowhouse Fall is not
recommended for sensitive or younger readers. Adult readers may need to consult Urban Dictionary
to decipher some of the slang used by various characters. Shadowshouse Fall would make a
welcome addition to any high school or public library.
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