The Hero and the Crown (Damar, #2)
by Robin McKinley
The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley holds a highly rated rating of 4.21 out of 5, based on 41.8K reader ratings. First published in 1984. The book spans 240 pages.
About The Hero and the Crown
Aerin could not remember a time when she had not known the story; she had grown up knowing it.It was the story of her mother, the witchwoman who enspelled the king into marrying her, to get an heir that would rule Damar; and it was told that she turned her face to the wall and died of despair when she found she had borne a daughter instead of a son.Aerin was that daughter.But there was more of the story yet to be told; Aerin's destiny was greater than even she had dreamed--for she was to be the true hero who would wield the power of the Blue Sword...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robin McKinley |
| Published | 1984 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.21 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 41,796 |
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What genre is The Hero and the Crown?
The Hero and the Crown is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Hero and the Crown worth reading?
Based on 41.8K reader ratings, The Hero and the Crown has an average score of 4.21 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Hero and the Crown?
The Hero and the Crown has 240 pages.
Who wrote The Hero and the Crown?
The Hero and the Crown was written by Robin McKinley. It was first published in 1984.
What is the ISBN for The Hero and the Crown?
The ISBN-13 for The Hero and the Crown is 9780441328090.0.
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