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Guthrie, Frazer. "Robin McKinley, The Hero and the Crown." Times Literary Supplement (August 30, 1985): 958.

This lengthy review explores the major features of McKinley's most recent novel, discussing action, character, and dialogue in depth.

Heins, Paul. "Robin McKinley, Beauty."

Horn Book 55 (April 1979): 201. A sensitive review of the novel, with comments on its believable characters, inventive plot, and entertaining style.

McConnell, R. M. "Robin McKinley, Beauty." School Library Journal 25 (November 1978): 65. This reviewer notes the humor in McKinley's inventive narrative and recommends the novel as an appealing "fantasygothic."

May, Hal, ed. Contemporary Authors.

Vol. 107. Detroit: Gale Research, 1983. Entry on McKinley offers a brief overview of the author's life and works, with several quotations regarding her ideas about writing fantasy fiction for young adults.

Rosenberg, Merri. "Robin McKinley, The Hero...
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