44 pages • 1 hour read
Madeleine L'EngleA Wind In The Door
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1973A 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
A Wind in the Door by Madeleine L'Engle follows Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin O’Keefe as they face supernatural challenges and villains that threaten the universe. To save Charles Wallace, they must pass trials set by Blajeny, encounter a dragon-like creature named Proginoskes, and confront the destructive forces of the Echthroi, villains causing rips in space.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Madeleine L'Engle's A Wind in the Door captivates readers with its imaginative plot and deep philosophical questions, though some find the story less cohesive than its predecessor. The blend of science fiction and fantasy elements is praised, but the complex narrative can be challenging. Overall, it remains a beloved sequel for fans of A Wrinkle in Time.
Who Should Read A Wind In The Door?
A reader who enjoyed Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time or C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia would likely be captivated by A Wind in the Door. This book appeals to fans of science fiction and fantasy with a penchant for thought-provoking, imaginative narratives infused with themes of love, courage, and the battle between good and evil.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
790LBook Details
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Children's Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Natural World: Appearance & Reality
Relationships: Siblings
Bullying