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  • Written by: Robin McKinley
  • Narrated by: Diane Warren
  • Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (25 ratings)

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The Blue Sword

Written by: Robin McKinley
Narrated by: Diane Warren
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Sunshine is the Newberry Award–winning classic novel that has enthralled listeners for decades.

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 Harimand-sol, King’s Raider, and heir to the Blue Sword, Gonturan, that no woman had wielded since 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 …
©1982 Robin McKinley (P)1992 Recorded Books
Classics Literature & Fiction Epic Fantasy
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I have read this story dozens of times since it’s publication in ’82. It’s a great favourite of mine. The narrator was okay, but I didn’t like all of her pronunciation and intonation. A first time listener would likely not have my preconceptions, though. Highly recommended.

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Loved this book

This book was a favorite as a young teen and remains a favorite to this day. I would 100% recommend this book to ANYONE.

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wonderful fantasy book

wonderful fantasy book just as hero in the crown is this is just as wonderful

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