Part of the Damar series , book 2

The Hero And The Crown

Name: The Hero And The Crown
Author: Mckinley, Robin

by Mckinley, Robin

A classic book that features many recognizable Fantasy tropes: royalty, romance, enchantment, dragons, war.

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About this book

Aerin is shy, clumsy, ugly, and mistrusted by the people she is supposed to rule. She is ridiculed for being the daughter of a witch with none of her witchy powers, and even when she eventually becomes a Dragon-Killer, it is because it is a task that needs doing; the dragons are small and numerous… like rats. It isn't exactly a heroic compliment. Yet her inner strength, her determination and willingness to learn that which does not come easily make her the hero she needs to be. She is tough and proves her worth again, again, and again no matter the obstacles or jeering from the sidelines she endures. While there is romance, it is most definitely on our heroine's terms, and not because she intends to snag him as a way out of her miserable life. It is organic and complex and believable, which is so very lacking in many fantasy novels. Hero and the Crown is still one of the best fantasy novels on the shelves today.

About the author

Mckinley, Robin

Robin McKinley is an American author known for her works in the fantasy genre. She was born in Ohio in 1952.McKinley's most notable works include "The Hero and the Crown," which tells the story of a young woman who becomes a legendary dragon-slayer, and "Beauty," which is a retelling of the classic fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast." She has also written several other novels and short stories set in various fantasy worlds.McKinley's writing is known for its lyrical prose, strong female protagonists, and exploration of themes such as courage, self-discovery, and the power of storytelling. She has won several awards for her writing, including the Newbery Medal in 1985 for "The Hero and the Crown" and the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature in 1992 for "Beauty."In addition to her writing, McKinley is also a horse enthusiast and has written several books about horses. She continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and her works are enjoyed by fans of fantasy and fairy tales around the world.

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