Guthrie, Frazer. "Robin McKinley, The Hero and the Crown." Times Literary Supplement (August 30, 1985): 958.

This lengthy review explores the major features of McKinley's most recent novel, discussing action, character, and dialogue in depth.

Heins, Paul. "Robin McKinley, Beauty."

Horn Book 55 (April 1979): 201. A sensitive review of the novel, with comments on its believable characters, inventive plot, and entertaining style.

McConnell, R. M. "Robin McKinley, Beauty." School Library Journal 25 (November 1978): 65. This reviewer notes the humor in McKinley's inventive narrative and recommends the novel as an appealing "fantasygothic."

May, Hal, ed. Contemporary Authors.

Vol. 107. Detroit: Gale Research, 1983. Entry on McKinley offers a brief overview of the author's life and works, with several quotations regarding her ideas about writing fantasy fiction for young adults.

Rosenberg, Merri. "Robin McKinley, The Hero and the Crown." New York Times Book Review (January 27, 1985): 29.

The reviewer's discussion of the author's use of Celtic and...