The Short Knife by Elen Caldecott

The Short Knife

Elen Caldecott

fiction historical young adult dark emotional medium-paced

400 pages | first published 2020

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It is the year 454AD. The Roman Empire has withdrawn from Britain, throwing it into the chaos of the Dark Ages. Mai has been kept safe by her father and her sister, Haf. But when Saxon warriors arrive at their farm, the family is forced to flee to...
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Summary of 36 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
tense 83%
adventurous 66%
dark 66%
hopeful 33%
informative 33%
challenging 16%
inspiring 16%
mysterious 16%
reflective 16%
sad 16%

Pace

medium 83%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 16% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Average rating

3.74

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