The High King by Lloyd Alexander

The High King

The Chronicles of Prydain #5

Lloyd Alexander

286 pages • first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous emotional fast-paced
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When the sword of Dyrnwyn, the most powerful weapon inthe kingdom of Prydain, falls into the hands of Arawn-Death-Lord, Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper, and Prince Gwydion raise an army to march against Arawn's terrible cohorts. After a winter expedit...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,074 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
emotional 62%
hopeful 40%
inspiring 33%
sad 20%
dark 18%
reflective 18%
challenging 14%
mysterious 14%
tense 14%
funny 9%
lighthearted 9%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 49%
medium 49%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 67% | Plot: 26% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 92% | No: 3% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.22

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