The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - C.S. Lewis

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Title: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Author: C.S. Lewis
Genre: Fantasy
Rating: 5/5
# pages: 172
Date read: December 2010, September 2018

When Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy took their first steps into the world behind the magic wardrobe, little do they realise what adventures are about to unfold. And as the story of Narnia begins to unfold, so to does a classic tale that has enchanted readers of all ages for over half a century.

I was "in between books" and in the mood for a quick and cozy read, so it just felt natural to turn to one of my favourite comfort series. I've always loved the story of Narnia, and TLTWTW is one of my favourites in the series.

One thing that takes me by surprise every time I read it is how short it is. Probably thanks to the various movie adaptions, I keep adding details and stretching out scenes, only to discover that the book really is quite fast moving, and Lewis doesn't dwell much on neither characterisations, descriptions or action.

But I can't even begin to imagine how it must have been to return to 'our world' after having not just been all grown up, but kings and queens too!