The Barren Grounds by David A. Robertson

247 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous emotional medium-paced

Description

Narnia meets traditional Indigenous stories of the sky and constellations in an epic middle grade fantasy series from award-winning author David Robertson.Morgan and Eli, two Indigenous children forced away from their families and communities, are...

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Moods

adventurous 97%
emotional 55%
hopeful 44%
inspiring 31%
reflective 26%
funny 18%
mysterious 17%
informative 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 9%
challenging 8%
sad 8%
dark 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 36%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Plot: 27% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 13% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.04

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