Taran Wanderer by Lloyd Alexander

222 pages first pub 1967 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous reflective medium-paced
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Description

Taran is an Assistant Pig-Keeper no longer; he has become a hero. Now he dreams of winning the hand of the Princess Eilonwy. Eager to find his origins, Taran sets off with the faithful Gurgi on a quest across the marvelous land of Prydain. Their j...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,605 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
reflective 63%
emotional 44%
inspiring 39%
hopeful 30%
lighthearted 17%
funny 16%
challenging 11%
mysterious 10%
tense 7%
relaxing 5%
dark 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 35%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 65% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 8% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 7%

Average rating

4.06

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