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Salamandastron (Redwall, #5)

Brian Jacques, Gary Chalk
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Salamandastron (Redwall, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2003

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Brian Jacques, Gary Chalk

Salamandastron (Redwall, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Salamandastron • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2003

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

Salamandastron by Brian Jacques and Gary Chalk follows the journey of characters seeking justice and adventure in the mythical land of Mossflower. The story centers around Salamandastron, a mountain home to a legendary badger lord and warrior hares as they protect their realm from threats. Themes of bravery, loyalty, and friendship permeate the narrative.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

31,747 ratings

76%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Salamandastron by Brian Jacques and Gary Chalk is a richly detailed fantasy novel praised for its vivid world-building and memorable characters. Readers appreciate the engaging plot and intricate illustrations. However, some find the pacing uneven and certain descriptions overly lengthy. Overall, the book is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Salamandastron (Redwall, #5)?

A reader who would enjoy Salamandastron by Brian Jacques and Gary Chalk is likely an enthusiast of epic fantasy, rich world-building, and anthropomorphic animal characters. Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit or C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia would appreciate its adventurous narrative and moral themes.

4.4

31,747 ratings

76%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Salamandastron • Medieval Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

2003

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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