98 pages • 3 hours read
Isabel AllendeCity of the Beasts
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
City of the Beasts by Isabel Allende follows fifteen-year-old Alex Cold, who journeys to the Amazon with his journalist grandmother, Kate, to document a mysterious creature called The Beast. Alongside new friend Nadia and tribal guides, they uncover deep secrets about the jungle, face peril, and connect with indigenous tribes all while Alex discovers his inner strength and animal totem, a jaguar.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Isabel Allende’s City of the Beasts captivates with its imaginative narrative and richly detailed Amazonian setting, showcasing her talent for magical realism. Readers commend the strong character development and the seamless blend of adventure with mystical elements. However, some critique the pacing as uneven. Overall, it’s a compelling read for fans of fantasy and adventure.
Who Should Read City of the Beasts?
A fan of City of the Beasts by Isabel Allende will likely enjoy adventurous tales with rich, magical realism. Similar to readers of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and Gabriel García Márquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude, they appreciate young protagonists, mythical elements, and explorations of culture and nature.