The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley

The Blue Sword

Damar #1

Robin McKinley

288 pages • first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction fantasy romance young adult adventurous slow-paced
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A Newbery Honor Book and a modern classic of young adult fantasy, The Blue Sword introduces the desert kingdom of Damar, where magic weaves through the blood and weaves together destinies. New York Times-bestselling and award-winning author Robin ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,831 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
hopeful 30%
inspiring 27%
lighthearted 19%
mysterious 17%
emotional 14%
tense 14%
challenging 6%
funny 6%
reflective 6%
relaxing 4%
dark 1%

Pace

medium 56%
slow 25%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Character: 27% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 64% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 61% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 1%

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