The Book of Three by Lloyd Alexander

The Book of Three

The Chronicles of Prydain #1

Lloyd Alexander

155 pages • first pub 1964 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

Description

The first book in The Chronicles of Prydain, a classic epic full of breathtaking action, humour, valour and excitement. Taran is desperate for adventure. Being a lowly Assistant Pig-Keeper just isn't exciting. That is, until the magical pig, He...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 51%
funny 39%
hopeful 23%
mysterious 18%
inspiring 16%
tense 12%
dark 10%
emotional 5%
relaxing 3%
challenging 1%
reflective 1%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 27%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Plot: 43% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 4% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 13%

Average rating

3.85

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