The Last Unicorn

Title
The Last Unicorn

Library LinkThe last unicorn

Beagle, Peter S.New York, N.Y., U.S.A. : Penguin Books, c1968 (1991
printing)Year: 1991Format: BOOK

10 Second ReviewA very popular book about a lone unicorn on a quest to find her lost people along with the aid of a clumsy magician and a grouchy cook. Often compared to the Hobbit, Lord of the Rings and other fantasy classics.

While the story is an intriguing tale the reader will have to stumble through awkward and inconsistent writing. A strange case of a story that seems too big for the author's talent. Still, the book is worth reading and will stay with the reader for a long time.

Notes
Made into an animated feature film.

Learning Curve
Low: Good for new readers

Reading OrderN/a

X-men Divided We Stand

Title
X-men Divided We Stand

Library Link
Divided we stand

New York : Marvel ; London : Diamond [distributor], c2008.Year: c2008Format:
BOOK

10 Second Review
Several short stories following the impact of the X-men break up due to 'House of M' events that drastically reduced the world's mutant population.

Stories are not interconnected and range from good to predictable.
Worth reading for some insights into lesser seen mutants.

Notes
Last half of book contains a mini X-men encyclopedia.

Learning Curve
Moderate: Readers new to X-men might be confused.

Reading Order
Occurs after House of M