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The Riddle (The Books of Pellinor #2)

Alison Croggon
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The Riddle (The Books of Pellinor #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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Alison Croggon

The Riddle (The Books of Pellinor #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

490

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Edil-Amarandh • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

920L

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Super Short Summary

The Riddle by Alison Croggon follows a young person named Maerad who embarks on a journey to uncover their destiny and the truth about their world. The narrative, rich in fantasy elements, explores themes of identity, courage, and the pursuit of knowledge in a mystical setting. It is the second book in the Pellinor series.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

22,739 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Alison Croggon's The Riddle captivates with its richly woven fantasy world and engaging continuation of Maerad's journey, earning praise for its poetic prose and depth of character development. However, some critics feel the pacing lags in places. Overall, it's a compelling follow-up to The Naming, well-received by fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Riddle (The Books of Pellinor #2)?

Fans of richly detailed fantasy worlds, like those in The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien or His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman, will appreciate The Riddle by Alison Croggon. Readers who enjoy strong, complex heroines and intricate plots woven with magic, adventure, and mystery will find this series captivating.

4.4

22,739 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

490

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Edil-Amarandh • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

920L

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