The Black Cauldron by Lloyd Alexander

182 pages first pub 1965 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous fast-paced
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Description

Taran, the Assistant Pig-Keeper, and his friends are led into a mortal struggle with Arawn and his deathless warriors. Taran must wrest the black cauldron from them, for it is the cauldron that gives them their evil strength. But can he withstand ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,926 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 33%
dark 31%
hopeful 23%
inspiring 20%
tense 20%
funny 19%
mysterious 19%
lighthearted 15%
sad 15%
reflective 7%
challenging 6%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 35%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Plot: 37% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 13%

Average rating

4.07

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