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The Bronze Bow

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1961

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Elizabeth George Speare

The Bronze Bow

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1961
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Galilee • 30s CE

Publication Year

1961

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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Super Short Summary

Eighteen-year-old Daniel escapes servitude to join a band of outlaws led by Rosh, dedicating his life to fighting Roman occupation and avenging his father's death. As he recruits others, including his friend Joel and Joel's sister Malthace, Daniel's encounters with Jesus reveal to him that love, not hate, is the true path to liberation. Contains vivid depictions of violence and trauma.

Inspirational

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

28,288 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare is praised for its compelling narrative and historical accuracy, engaging readers with its vivid depiction of first-century Galilee. Critics commend its character development but note some predictable plot elements. While considered inspirational, some find its pacing uneven. Overall, it's a heartfelt tale of faith and redemption.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bronze Bow?

Ideal for middle-grade readers and young adults, fans of historical fiction and inspirational tales will enjoy The Bronze Bow. Comparable to those captivated by the adventure and moral growth in The Chronicles of Narnia or the historical depth of Number the Stars, the book intertwines themes of freedom and faith in first-century Israel.

4.3

28,288 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Galilee • 30s CE

Publication Year

1961

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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