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The Outcasts (Brotherband Chronicles, #1)

John Flanagan
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The Outcasts (Brotherband Chronicles, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011

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John Flanagan

The Outcasts (Brotherband Chronicles, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Skandia • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

The Outcasts by John Flanagan follows a group of young people who form an unlikely team known as the Brotherband. Set in a Viking-like world, the narrative centers on their training, challenges, and growth as they navigate various trials and tribulations.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

33,961 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Flanagan's The Outcasts receives praise for its engaging adventure and well-developed characters. Reviewers appreciate its fast-paced plot and strong themes of friendship and teamwork. However, some criticize it for predictable elements and occasional slow pacing. Overall, it continues to satisfy fans of Flanagan’s previous works with its compelling narrative and relatable protagonists.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Outcasts (Brotherband Chronicles, #1)?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced, adventurous tales with themes of friendship and loyalty will be captivated by John Flanagan's The Outcasts. Fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books, who appreciate strong character development and a touch of fantasy, will find this series appealing.

4.6

33,961 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Skandia • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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