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Pam Muñoz Ryan

Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs

Pam Muñoz RyanFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022

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Pam Muñoz Ryan

Solimar

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Gregorio • Precolonial

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Muñoz Ryan, soon-to-be princess Solimar receives the gift of prophecy and a magical rebozo embedded with monarch butterflies on the cusp of her quinceañera. As Solimar embarks on a perilous journey to protect her family and kingdom from a greedy neighboring king, she is aided by friends both new and magical, ultimately discovering her inner strength and responsibility.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

1,500 ratings

71%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pam Muñoz Ryan's Solimar receives high praise for its enchanting narrative and compelling characters. Readers appreciate the rich cultural elements and vivid descriptions, though some feel the plot pacing is uneven. Younger audiences may find the story particularly engaging, making it a recommended read despite its minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Solimar?

A reader who enjoys Solimar by Pam Muñoz Ryan likely appreciates magical realism, strong heroines, and cultural heritage themes. Fans of The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis and The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill will find this novel enchanting and empowering.

4.3

1,500 ratings

71%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Gregorio • Precolonial

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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