Journeys: the Archers of Saint Sebastian by Jeanne Roland 15-year-old Marieke disguises herself as a boy to infiltrate the archers’ guild of Saint Sebastian, where she becomes the squire of the dashing young Journeyman Tristan. Soon she’s vowing to help him win the guild competitions to become the prince’s new Guardsman, without ever letting him find out she’s a girl who loves him. Robin Hood meets Mulan and Princess Bride in this immersive adventure set in 14th century Belgium and packed with romance, wit, and longbow archery. Young Adult • Historical Fiction/Alternate History • Historical Fiction/Medieval • Historical Fiction/Renaissance • Romance/Action and Adventure • Romance/Historical |
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Worldbuilding: Aided the story
Plot: Straightforward Characters: Roles are clear
Storytelling: Balanced
Immersion: Didn’t want to put the book down Emotional Response: Engaging
Thought Provoking: New ideas came up
Cover: Matches the story well This YA historical fiction doesn’t take itself too seriously: it’s set in a fictitious city and full of anachronisms. It reads more like historical fantasy without the fantastic elements; I encourage YA fantasy fans to give it a try as they’ll find many familiar tropes to love. |
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