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The Road to Avalon

Joan Wolf
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The Road to Avalon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

Book Brief

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Joan Wolf

The Road to Avalon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Britain • Arthurian Era

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

740L

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Super Short Summary

The Road to Avalon by Joan Wolf is a historical novel that reimagines the story of King Arthur. It focuses on personal relationships and political intrigue in early Britain, blending myth with historical context. The narrative presents Arthur's life from his youth through his reign, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and leadership.

Mysterious

Romantic

Fantastical

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,125 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Road to Avalon by Joan Wolf is praised for its romantic and imaginative retelling of Arthurian legends, offering a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Readers appreciate the strong character development, particularly of Arthur and Morgan. However, some critics note that historical inaccuracies and deviations from traditional legend may disappoint purists. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Road to Avalon?

Fans of Arthurian legends and historical romance will enjoy The Road to Avalon by Joan Wolf. Readers of Marion Zimmer Bradley's The Mists of Avalon and Philippa Gregory's royal historical novels will appreciate its rich character development and captivating retelling of classic myths.

4.3

2,125 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Britain • Arthurian Era

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

740L

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