The Silver Sword by John Escott, Ian Serraillier

The Silver Sword

John Escott, Ian Serraillier with Martin McKenna (Illustrator)

88 pages first pub 1956 (editions)

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Jan opened his wooden box and took out the silver sword. This will bring me luck, he said to Mr Balicki. And it will bring you luck because you gave it to me.The silver sword is only a paper knife but it gives Jan and his friends hope. Hungry, col...

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Community Reviews Summary of 380 reviews

Moods

adventurous 87%
emotional 66%
sad 58%
hopeful 45%
inspiring 45%
tense 41%
challenging 33%
reflective 25%
dark 20%
informative 20%
mysterious 8%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 33%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 44% | A mix: 33% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 89% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 63% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 76% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.85

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