The Sunbird by Elizabeth Wein

190 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous emotional medium-paced

Description

A deadly plague rages through Aksum, and only one boy can uncover the traitor who spreads the disease and threatens to destroy the kingdomTelemakos, a descendant of both British and Aksumite rulers, has always been an outcast, but his resolve, loy...

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Community Reviews Summary of 67 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
adventurous 83%
dark 66%
tense 50%
challenging 33%
reflective 33%
hopeful 16%
inspiring 16%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

4.11

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