The Torchbearers (The Darkdeep Book 3)
The Torchbearers is the third book in The Darkdeep series by Ally Condie and Brendan Reichs. This English-language Kindle edition follows five friends as they investigate the Rift, a mysterious creature, and secrets connected to the Darkdeep, with events told from alternating points of view.
At a glance
- Middle-grade supernatural adventure with a monster panic, a mysterious Rift, and an alien sea creature.
- Follows five friends as they investigate the Darkdeep and face tensions within their group.
- Alternating points of view; the listing suggests ages 8–12.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The plot description combines supernatural mystery, creature encounters, and friendship conflicts rather than focusing on a single strand.
- Kindle listing states that Screen Reader, Enhanced Typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip are supported or enabled.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Series position | The Darkdeep Book 3 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Children's Books |
| Publication date | October 27, 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 360 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1547602568 |
| Suggested reading age | 8 - 12 years |
|---|---|
| Grade level | 3 - 6 |
| File size | 3.0 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
- This is book 3 in The Darkdeep series, and its story follows events from Dark Halloween. Readers may benefit from knowing earlier installments before starting here.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Middle-grade readers drawn to supernatural mysteries, strange creatures, and a group of friends facing escalating dangers.
- Readers looking for an English Kindle book with screen-reader support and Word Wise.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a standalone story, since this installment continues events and relationships from earlier books.
- Readers who prefer low-tension fiction, as the listing presents a monster panic, dangerous creature, and suspenseful mysteries.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Torchbearers a standalone book?
It is identified as The Darkdeep Book 3 and follows events from Dark Halloween, so it is a continuation rather than a standalone entry.
What is the story about?
Five friends investigate strange phenomena, the Rift, and secrets tied to the Darkdeep while their friendships come under pressure.
What age range is listed?
The listing gives a reading age of 8–12 years and a grade level of 3–6.
What Kindle reading features are listed?
Screen Reader is supported, Enhanced Typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip are enabled, and X-Ray is not enabled.
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