The Blue Sword

Reader reviewed by Beth

The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley is the story of a girl named Harry. Harry is shipped off to the country Damar after her father dies. There she falls in love with the stark desert that so many hate. She is then kidnapped by the king of the Hill folk, the natives. Once she goes into the hills, she finds that she has a special gift that could help save Damar.

I read this book for the first time in middle school. When I started it I knew that I had fallen in love with the book. Harry was so much like me; she wasn't pretty or graceful, but she loved to read. I have re-read this book more times than I will admit, but it never loses its power. It's one of my favorite books and is a worthwhile read for anyone.

Reader reviewed by Janine

This book is really good. It's about a girl named Harry Crewe who's father just died, so she goes to live with some people who have been taking care of her brother while he has been at school. She ends up getting kidnapped by a king. Then her entire life changes. My favorite part is the tournament, it shows that women can be just as good at sword fighting as men, and even better.

Reader reviewed by Riney

The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley is a great story for readers who enjoy a story full of action, adventure, fantasy, and a touch of romance.

The story is about "plain jane" sort of young lady, Harry, who moves to the desert colony of her motherland. Her life is quite boring there, for she doesn't have much to do. However, she finds changing when she is kidnapped by the king of the natives, Corlath. She has no idea why she was kidnapped, and ironically, neither does her kidnapper, Corlath! Harry is soon introduced to a new life and from there, she undergoes a transformation where she learns more about herself, her strength, and her purpose in life.

This book may start out slow, but once she is kidnapped, things just pick up! The descriptions are so vivid that you can see it actually happening in front of you! The characters are realistic, and you can really see how Harry matures throughout the story!

Once again, this is perfect for teens and adults who enjoy Lord of the Rings, and for those who want to read stories about a kick ass girl!