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heidi_mcj's review against another edition
5.0
Even after all of these year, I read it jr, high, I still enjoyed this book.
shareen17's review against another edition
2.0
I'm really pretty particular about what type of fantasy interests me, and this wasn't it. Way too much dragging expeditions, adventures & battle scenes for me.
lyssa_winegar's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ladyalanna's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
katyanaish's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic book! It's been such a long time since I've read straight fantasy (i.e., non-urban), and I didn't realize how much I missed it. This is the stuff I grew up with, and these are the stories that feed my soul.
Loved it. Need to find more.
Loved it. Need to find more.
stephxsu's review against another edition
5.0
Aerin has never felt complete at home among her fellow dark-colored Damarians. Fair-skinned and redheaded, Aerin prefers riding with her father's discharged war horse Talat instead of attending balls. People whisper about her being a "witchwoman's daughter," a reference to how her mother, a poor Northerner, supposedly enchanted Aerin's father the king and had a child with him, then died when she found out her child was a girl. Despite that, Aerin has no magical abilities, unlike all other members of the royal family, another reason why she thinks she does not belong.
One day, Aerin discovers an old recipe for an ointment that could keep the wearer safe from dragonfire. This starts her off on an incredible, legendary journey, where she fights one of the greatest dragons of all time and an evil sorcerer. Could it be that she really isn't as awkward and unmagical as she thinks she is?
Robin McKinley has written a splendid book, with breathtaking action sequences and touchingly romantic moments. Every kind of reader will find something he or she likes in this book that is every bit as legendary as its heroine.
One day, Aerin discovers an old recipe for an ointment that could keep the wearer safe from dragonfire. This starts her off on an incredible, legendary journey, where she fights one of the greatest dragons of all time and an evil sorcerer. Could it be that she really isn't as awkward and unmagical as she thinks she is?
Robin McKinley has written a splendid book, with breathtaking action sequences and touchingly romantic moments. Every kind of reader will find something he or she likes in this book that is every bit as legendary as its heroine.
sallyavena's review against another edition
3.0
I think I would actually give this a 3.5. It was a good book and it kept my attention, but it was at times too much in the realm of fantasy. I loved the story line and the little bit of love story that was intertwined. As for the Newberry Honor award, I would definitely put it at the older end of the spectrum. She uses very advanced vocabulary and the story line is pretty complex.
kitdunsmore's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this one better than the first book (The Blue Sword). Aerin is an active heroine right from the start, and the story had some non-traditional elements. She's willing to sacrifice herself to do the right thing, and I love that in a main character.