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I haven't read anything by this author. Is it better to start with this series or the Earthsea Cycle?

Cecilie Jøhnk I believe the Earthsea Cycle is more of a children's book - an oldfashioned one in the tempo, but still?
And part of it is made into film by Ghibli, w…moreI believe the Earthsea Cycle is more of a children's book - an oldfashioned one in the tempo, but still?
And part of it is made into film by Ghibli, which I know is not the same, but Ghibli always deliver quality. (less)

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Mike I wouldn't characterize Earthsea as (only) a children's book. Quite the contrary, I think the books develop over time to be profound and very adult. I ...more
Apr 05, 2022 11:36AM · flag

Cecilie Jøhnk Maybe - I didn't finish it. But I have read Astrid Lindgren's books, so I know about hardly being ble to read aloud, because the book is so moving. ;- ...more
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