51 pages • 1 hour read
Pam Muñoz RyanSolimar: The Sword of the Monarchs
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Muñoz Ryan, soon-to-be princess Solimar receives the gift of prophecy and a magical rebozo embedded with monarch butterflies on the cusp of her quinceañera. As Solimar embarks on a perilous journey to protect her family and kingdom from a greedy neighboring king, she is aided by friends both new and magical, ultimately discovering her inner strength and responsibility.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Pam Muñoz Ryan's Solimar receives high praise for its enchanting narrative and compelling characters. Readers appreciate the rich cultural elements and vivid descriptions, though some feel the plot pacing is uneven. Younger audiences may find the story particularly engaging, making it a recommended read despite its minor flaws.
Who Should Read Solimar?
A reader who enjoys Solimar by Pam Muñoz Ryan likely appreciates magical realism, strong heroines, and cultural heritage themes. Fans of The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis and The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill will find this novel enchanting and empowering.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Fantasy
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Children's Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance