A Knot in the Grain and Other Stories by Robin McKinley

A Knot in the Grain and Other Stories

Damar

Robin McKinley

194 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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Robin McKinley returns to the mythical setting of The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword in this “thrilling, satisfying, and thought-provoking collection” featuring two stories set in the world of Damar, plus three other fantasy tales featuring...

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Community Reviews Summary of 557 reviews

Moods

adventurous 78%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 42%
hopeful 35%
inspiring 21%
relaxing 21%
reflective 7%

Pace

medium 40%
slow 33%
fast 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Character: 21% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 35% | No: 21% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

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