Matthias is a young mouse living in Redwall Abbey, a sanctuary for the forest creatures all over Mossflower Woods. When the evil rat, Cluny the Scourge, threatens the poor critters inside, young Matthias channels the bravery of the legendary mouse Martin the Warrior to face Cluny and his horde of rats.
This is one of my favorite books of all time, one which I cannot recommend enough. It is easily the biggest influence on my own writing. The book is rich with detail and world building, great characters, and an intricate plot (plus Jacques' detail of food will make you hungry!).
The only complaint that I have against the book is the lack of a high quality collector's edition and the book presentation. The layout is rather rough, although each chapter is highlighted with a tiny illustration. I want much more from this series, it deserves it! Ooh, imagine the Redwall series in hardcover, leather bound editions filled with color illustrations... I can only dream...
Reading Level: A
Story: 5
Amazing story, perfectly woven. It's filled with mystery, adventure, and humor.
Characters: 5
The characters are fantastic and unforgettable. From the brave mouse Matthias, to the horrid rat Cluny, to the fun and lovable rabbit Basil Stag Hare, to the crazed bird Warbeak Sparra.
Style: 5
The writing is gorgeous and flows great. It has an old-style feel to it, which fits the story perfectly.
Cover: 4
All the various editions have great covers.
Presentation: 3
As I mentioned above, I would love to see a fantastic collector's edition of the series, with a great layout and illustrations.
Epicness: 5
Spanning many generations with a rich, interwoven plot, Redwall is one of the most epic stories ever written.
Final Score: 4.5
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