The Blue Sword (Damar, #1)
by Robin McKinley
The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 44.8K reader ratings. First published in 1982. The book spans 256 pages.
About The Blue Sword
This is the story of Corlath, golden-eyed king of the Free Hillfolk, son of the sons of the Lady Aerin.And this is the story of Harry Crewe, the Homelander orphan girl who became Harimad-sol, King's Rider, and heir to the Blue Sword, Gonturan, that no woman had wielded since the Lady Aerin herself bore it into battle.And this is the song of the kelar of the Hillfolk, the magic of the blood, the weaver of destinies...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robin McKinley |
| Published | 1982 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 44,806 |
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What genre is The Blue Sword?
The Blue Sword is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Blue Sword worth reading?
Based on 44.8K reader ratings, The Blue Sword has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Blue Sword?
The Blue Sword has 256 pages.
Who wrote The Blue Sword?
The Blue Sword was written by Robin McKinley. It was first published in 1982.
What is the ISBN for The Blue Sword?
The ISBN-13 for The Blue Sword is 9780441068810.0.
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