The Beginning Place
The Beginning Place
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ruin Valley, alternate world
2005
YA
18+ years
890L
Super Short Summary
In The Beginning Place by Ursula K. Le Guin, individuals Tembreabrezi and Hugh venture into the mystical realm of Tembreabrezi, discovering their capacities for self-discovery and empowerment. Through their journey, they confront personal fears and challenges, forging a unique connection with the magical land and its inhabitants.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Fantastical
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Beginning Place by Ursula K. Le Guin is praised for its rich storytelling and exploration of self-discovery. Readers appreciate Le Guin's imaginative world-building and complex characters, though some find the plot slow-moving. The novel's introspective nature may not appeal to those seeking action-driven narratives. Overall, it is a thoughtful and engaging read.
Who Should Read The Beginning Place?
Fans of The Beginning Place by Ursula K. Le Guin would likely enjoy its exploration of parallel worlds and complex characters. Similar readers might appreciate C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia for its blend of fantasy and deeper philosophical themes, or Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time for its character-driven narrative.
3,733 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Ruin Valley, alternate world
2005
YA
18+ years
890L
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