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The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha

Lloyd Alexander
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The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998

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Lloyd Alexander

The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

213

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Zond • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1998

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

760L

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Super Short Summary

In Lloyd Alexander's The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha, a young individual named Lukas-Kasha embarks on an extraordinary adventure after participating in a street magician's trick. Lukas navigates challenges in a foreign land, faces trials of leadership, and discovers self-discovery and courage while learning about responsibility and identity amidst fantastical circumstances.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Playful

Inspirational

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.4

873 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha by Lloyd Alexander is celebrated for its rich imagination and engaging storytelling, highlighted by compelling character development. The narrative’s unique blend of fantasy and adventure captivates readers, though some critique the pacing as uneven. Overall, it's a thought-provoking tale that resonates with themes of identity and transformation.

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Who Should Read The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha?

Fans of The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha by Lloyd Alexander will appreciate imaginative adventures akin to The Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit. Ideal for those who enjoy fantastical journeys, complex characters, and rich world-building. Suitable for readers who relish themes of redemption and personal growth within magical realms.

4.4

873 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

213

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Zond • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1998

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

760L

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