Prince Caspian (Narnia) (The Chronicles of Narnia, #4)

by C. S. Lewis

[Whitney @ First Impressions Reviews]

The Pevensie children return to Narnia to find their castle Cair Paravel in ruins, and the peaceful Narnia they had left is now corrupt by King Miraz,who has usurped the throne from his nephew and true leader of Narnia Caspian. It is now up to Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy, and with the help of Aslan to set things right.

Lucy and her vivid imagination and determination to believe enables her to see Aslan first, convincing her siblings that he has returned being beneficial to their quest. Cheers and hope are sounded by his return uplifting the readers heart. This is until, Peter must duel Miraz and then one is holding their breath.

I must admit, I had problems with Caspian, not because he was unfair or a poor leader but because I can picture no one else except the High King Peter ruling over Narnia. But if that's my only complaint, C.S. Lewis has done his job.

I cannot end without mentioning Reepicheap, his loyalty and determination to participate and assist with his skills is endearing and I almost cried at the loss of his tail. (I hope that doesn't sound pathetic). Overall, this was a very enjoyable read which I would recommend to anyone who is still young at heart.