Seven Deadly Shadows

Teen Samurai Meets Six of Crows

Written byCourtney Alameda

Narrated byTraci Kato-Kiriyama

Length9h50m

Release dateJanuary 28, 2020

GenreTeen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Coming of Age

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.0 (5 ratings)

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Author	Courtney Alameda
Narrator	Traci Kato-Kiriyama
Runtime	9h50m
Published	January 28, 2020
Rating	★★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (5 ratings)
Categories	Teen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Coming of Age, Family & Relationships, Family, Horror, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Paranormal, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Seven Deadly Shadows is a pulse-pounding YA adventure that blends the epic scope of Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai with the cunning intrigue of Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows. Narrator Traci Kato-Kiriyama’s performance brings sharpness and depth to seventeen-year-old Kira Fujikawa, who finds herself at the center of a battle against eternal darkness. The audiobook is distinctive for its layered storytelling, dynamic characters, and relentless pacing that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

Tags: YA AdventureAction & IntrigueDystopian FutureComing of AgeEpic Fantasy

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Expert narration by Traci Kato-Kiriyama brings every character and scene to life across 9h50m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Traci Kato-Kiriyama’s narration is a standout feature, perfectly capturing the grittiness and resilience of seventeen-year-old Kira Fujikawa. Her performance adds layers of emotion and complexity to each character, making their struggles and victories feel intensely personal. The story itself is a masterclass in plot twists and strategic alliances, drawing parallels between Kira’s world and the classic samurai tale with refreshing modern twists. However, some of the subplots felt slightly underdeveloped, which occasionally pulled focus from the main narrative. Despite this, Seven Deadly Shadows remains a compelling listen that will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment.

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