A Swiftly Tilting Planet
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1978
320
Novel • Fiction
Earth • 1970s
1978
YA
10-14 years
In Madeleine L’Engle’s A Swiftly Tilting Planet, Charles Wallace Murray, now fifteen, is tasked with preventing a nuclear disaster threatened by a South American dictator. Guided by a unicorn, Gaudior, Charles travels through time and inhabits various people to alter historical events and ensure peace. Sensitive readers should note that the book depicts themes of violence and domestic abuse.
Fantastical
Adventurous
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Inspirational
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Madeleine L'Engle's A Swiftly Tilting Planet is generally praised for its rich imagination and intricate storytelling. Readers appreciate its blend of science fiction and fantasy, as well as its deep exploration of themes like time travel and interconnectedness. However, some find the plot complex and challenging to follow, detracting from overall enjoyment.
Readers who enjoy A Swiftly Tilting Planet by Madeleine L'Engle are often fans of young adult fantasy with deep moral and philosophical inquiries. They might also appreciate titles like A Wrinkle in Time and The Golden Compass, which feature complex characters, time travel, and cosmic battles between good and evil.
111,209 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel • Fiction
Earth • 1970s
1978
YA
10-14 years
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