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Posted by Ruth
Categories: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Lloyd Alexander, Prydain
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The Cauldron-born are becoming a greater threat than ever. Dallben decides to organize a group of people to undertake a great mission. Taran, Gwydion, Doli, Fflewddur and many others set out to capture and destroy the Lord of the Land of the Dead’s greatest weapon: The Black Cauldron.
The Prydain Chronicles are a very enjoyable fantasy series. Lloyd Alexander’s imagination shines through in this book, as well as his others. An exciting, adventure-packed story.
Posted by Rebekah
Categories: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Lloyd Alexander, Prydain
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The tale of Taran’s search to find his identity. A quest that leads him once again to the Marshes the Morva and finally to the Mirror of Llunet. On his way, Taran passes through many dangers, the evil wizard Morda and a band of mercenaries, ultimately finding the knowledge of who he really is.
This book is very interesting. There’s not as much sword-swinging going on as in some of the other books in the Prydain Chronicles, but don’t be deterred by that! There are enemies, captures, escapes, an evil wizard…(audience gasps). Eilonwy is only mentioned in this book, good old Doli’s back, along with Fflewddur Flam and his huge wildcat, Llyan. To sum up, please read this one!
Posted by Becca
Categories: All Ages, Historical Fiction, Review
Tags:Animals, Burros, Marguerite Henry, Mountain Lions
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Brighty, short for Bright Angel, is a burro who roams the Grand Canyon by day, returning each evening to his miner friend, Old Timer. But one day, Brighty’s friend is murdered by a man named Jake Irons, who found out about a rich mine from him. Greedy and tricky, Irons hides where the sheriff can’t find him. So it’s up to Brighty with the help of Uncle Jim, a friend of Old Timer, to catch the man and bring him to justice.
This book is a very good read. Marguerite Henry takes history (Theodore Roosevelt is in it, for example) and adds fiction, making it very enjoyable story. There’s even a gunfight at the end!
Posted by Jordan
Categories: Adventure, Fiction, Incredibook!, Mysteries, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Animals, Brian Jacques, Dogs, Funny, Long Read, Scary, Seafaring
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Brain Jacques continues the saga of Castaways of the Flying Dutchman in this stirring sequel. Going back to three years after they escape from the Flying Dutchman, Ben and Ned end up in a Spanish city, and go back to sea with a pirate captain, who plans to reform when he gets back to his hometown. The adventure that follows includes fast-paced sea chases, shipwrecks, and a mysterious tribe of evildoers.
Even more hauntingly vivid than Castaways of the Flying Dutchman, this one is a favorite of mine. Portions are funny, and others are sad. A page turner, with a lot of edge of your seat action, The Angel’s Command should be read by all Redwall fans.
Posted by Ruth
Categories: Adventure, All Ages, Historical Fiction, Review
Tags:Animals, Horses, Marguerite Henry, Out of Print
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When Uncle Marco, the umbrella man, arrives in the small town of Monticello with stories of the Palio, the great race held in Siena, Giorgio, a young boy, dreams of one day riding in that race. Life is difficult for him, and he struggles to keep his wish in sight. One day, he is chosen to care for a half-arabian mare that has been injured and he believes that this is the horse with which he can fulfill his dream.
I wasn’t expecting much, but this has to be one of the best Marguerite Henry’s that I’ve read. The plot is very interesting and the characters are well developed. I really enjoyed it. As a note, this was originally published under the title of Gaudenzia, Pride of the Palio. After I finished reading Wildest Horse Race, I worked my way through Inter-Library Loans to find Gaudenzia. Imagine my surprise on opening it and experiencing a major déjá vu!
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