The Innkeeper's Song
The Innkeeper's Song
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1993
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Fantasy World • Medieval
1993
YA
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Innkeeper's Song by Peter S. Beagle, individuals encounter a mysterious inn where paths intersect. A young girl, a warrior, and a shape-shifter navigate personal challenges and secrets. Their stories intertwine in a narrative about identity, destiny, and transformation, set within a richly imagined world.
Fantastical
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Innkeeper's Song by Peter S. Beagle is praised for its lyrical prose and richly developed characters, offering an immersive fantasy experience. Readers enjoy the intertwining narratives and vivid world-building. Criticisms include a complex plot that may confuse some and a slower pace. Overall, it captivates those who appreciate detailed storytelling and nuanced magic.
Who Should Read The Innkeeper's Song?
Fans of character-driven fantasy with lyrical prose will enjoy The Innkeeper’s Song by Peter S. Beagle. Readers who appreciate the complex narratives of Le Guin’s A Wizard of Earthsea or the rich world-building in Gaiman’s Stardust may find this tale captivating.
2,627 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Fantasy World • Medieval
1993
YA
14+ years
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