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Archer's Quest

Linda Sue Park
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Archer's Quest

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Linda Sue Park

Archer's Quest

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

690L

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Super Short Summary

In Archer's Quest, a 12-year-old boy named Kevin is visited by Chu-mong, a legendary archer from ancient Korea. Together, they embark on a journey to navigate modern challenges and uncover a path for Chu-mong to return to his time. The story blends Korean mythology with contemporary life, highlighting themes of heritage and identity.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Informative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

742 ratings

53%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Archer's Quest by Linda Sue Park offers an engaging blend of history and fantasy, appealing to younger readers. The narrative vividly brings Korean folklore to life, highlighting themes of bravery and self-discovery. Some reviews note a lack of depth in character development, but overall, the story's imaginative premise and cultural insights are well-received.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Archer's Quest?

Fans of Archer's Quest by Linda Sue Park are likely to enjoy fast-paced, culture-rich adventures akin to Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Readers who appreciate time-travel, mythology, and a protagonist's journey of self-discovery will find this middle-grade novel appealing and engaging.

4.0

742 ratings

53%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

690L

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