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The Promise (Avatar: The Last Airbender, #1)

Gurihiru, Bryan Konietzko, Dave Marshall, Michael Dante DiMartino, Gene Luen Yang
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The Promise (Avatar: The Last Airbender, #1)

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Gurihiru, Bryan Konietzko, Dave Marshall, Michael Dante DiMartino, Gene Luen Yang

The Promise (Avatar: The Last Airbender, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Action & Adventure

Children`s Literature
Setting

Earth Kingdom • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

The Promise by Gurihiru, Bryan Konietzko, Dave Marshall, Michael Dante DiMartino, and Gene Luen Yang is a graphic novel that continues the story of Aang and his friends after the end of the Hundred Year War, exploring themes of peace and rebuilding. The narrative addresses the delicate balance of maintaining harmony in a post-war world.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

32,287 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Gurihiru, Bryan Konietzko, Dave Marshall, Michael Dante DiMartino, and Gene Luen Yang's The Promise successfully extends the beloved Avatar universe with strong character development and beautiful artwork. Fans appreciate its faithfulness to the original series. However, some critics feel the narrative pacing could be improved. In sum, it delights but has minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Promise (Avatar: The Last Airbender, #1)?

Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender will find much to love in The Promise by Gurihiru, Bryan Konietzko, and colleagues. This graphic novel builds on the beloved series with rich artwork and a compelling story. Similar readers who enjoy the detailed world-building and themes of identity found in Harry Potter and the Percy Jackson series will be captivated.

4.6

32,287 ratings

89%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Action & Adventure

Children`s Literature
Setting

Earth Kingdom • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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