A Knot in the Grain and Other Stories by Robin McKinley

A Knot in the Grain and Other Stories

Damar

Robin McKinley

192 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories young adult adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

Stories from the world of The Hero and the Crown and other magical places by a New York Times–bestselling Newbery Medal winner.Robin McKinley returns to the mythical setting of The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword in this “thrilling, satisfyi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 473 reviews

Moods

adventurous 91%
mysterious 50%
lighthearted 41%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 16%
reflective 8%

Pace

slow 38%
medium 38%
fast 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 25% | N/A: 8%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 41% | N/A: 8% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.69

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