The Book of Three (The Chronicles of Prydain, #1) in Around the World in 80 Books

Aug 05, 2017 Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance rated it really liked it

Shelves: children-s-books, kids-1001, sci-fi-fantasy

Nothing happens to Taran, the Assistant Pig-Keeper, until his pig runs away. In his search, Taran meets the talkative Eilonwy, funny Gurgi, and heroic Prince Gwydion. It's a fun adventure, with great characters and lots of action.

My husband and I listened to this audiobook. It's a 1001 Children's Book You Must Read.
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Sep 08, 2025 Rachel N. rated it liked it

Shelves: read-in-2025, childrens-literature, fantasy

Taran lives at Caer Dalben where he is mainly responsible for caring for the oraccular pig Hen Wen. When Hen Wen runs away Taran chases her into the forest. he ends up running into a crown prince, Gwydion, who tells him the Horned king in planning to attack his home. They are soon captured by an evil enchantress. Along the way a wanna be bard, a princess, a dwarf and Gurgi (a half human creature) join Taran's quest to find the pig and stop the Horned King.

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Sep 04, 2017 Erica rated it it was ok

Shelves: 2017

I was expecting so much more from this book. It makes the Mensa Excellence in Reading 4-6 list, but I have no idea why. The story was thin, the writing depth-less; I felt like I was reading a children's book (which I was)-- but by children's book, I mean written by a child. The sentences themselves were fine, but the way in which they were woven together reminded me so much of a child's writing. Something bad is happening, next sentence, we made it all better. That's it. No development. It also ...more

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Aug 06, 2008 Jenny rated it liked it

This is a nice coming of age book particularly for young boys. The Book of Three can't really compare to Tolkien's masterful writing, but it is a nice alternative in the same vein for kids who are too young for the intensive Lord of the Rings series. The story wraps up a bit too quickly and easily, but it works for the intended audience.

There are many great themes for discussion including: understanding what a leader does, appreciating the talents of others, the characteristics of a hero, decis ...more

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