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The Hero and the Crown

by Robin McKinley
RM32.34 MYR Now RM21.98 MYR Save 32% more
The Hero and the Crown - Thryft
The Hero and the Crown - Thryft

Enchanted legacy forges unconventional princess warrior.

You might love "The Hero and the Crown" if you're drawn to tales of self-discovery and defying expectations. Aerin's journey is not just about combating dragons and dark forces, it's about how she grapples with her heritage and societal norms to become the hero nobody anticipated. McKinley's vivid storytelling will immerse you in a kingdom where magic and destiny intertwine, making it a compelling read for those who yearn for a fantasy with depth and a strong female lead.

  • Newbery Medal (1985)
  • Mythopoeic Fantasy Award Nominee (1985)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1986)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Hero and the Crown

by Robin McKinley
RM32.34 MYR Now RM21.98 MYR Save 32% more
ISBN: 9780441328093
Authors: Robin McKinley
Publisher: Ace
Date of Publication: 1987-04-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult
Related Topics: Mythology, High Fantasy, Coming of Age, Young Adult Romance, Fantasy Romance
Goodreads rating: 4.21
(rated by 53427 readers)

Description

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...
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Enchanted legacy forges unconventional princess warrior.

You might love "The Hero and the Crown" if you're drawn to tales of self-discovery and defying expectations. Aerin's journey is not just about combating dragons and dark forces, it's about how she grapples with her heritage and societal norms to become the hero nobody anticipated. McKinley's vivid storytelling will immerse you in a kingdom where magic and destiny intertwine, making it a compelling read for those who yearn for a fantasy with depth and a strong female lead.

  • Newbery Medal (1985)
  • Mythopoeic Fantasy Award Nominee (1985)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1986)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.