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Dragonsbane by Patricia C. Wrede

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abrogler's review against another edition

3.5

Loved this as a kid. Totally forgot the story. Cute! Love that the princess is so independent and "doesn't need a man" to go against the usual trope. Can't wait for L to read.

nordiccowgirl's review against another edition

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adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

hmnborczon's review against another edition

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adventurous funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

mbenzz's review against another edition

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5.0

WHERE has this book/series been all my life?! How am I 41 years old and only discovering it now?

I loved everything about this book. Cimorene, the dragons, Morwen, even the annoying Princes! I love how Cimorene refuses to sit in a pretty dress, embroidering and making polite small talk until her Prince Charming comes to marry her. She's determined to do things HER way, and I loved every minute of her journey.

If you have a young son or daughter who loves dragons and adventure, then I highly recommend this. This was first published in 1990 when I was 9/10, and I wish I had come across it then. I know a 9 or 10-year-old Mercedes would have adored this series.