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Perseverance In Graceling

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The author of Graceling, Kristin Cashore, wishes to get the theme of perseverance through to readers. For instance, Katsa was always enduring the harsh tasks King Randa thrusts upon her. Although not always voluntarily, Katsa completes her uncle’s assignments as painless as she can manage. The Prince of Lienid, Po, also owns great perseverance skills. He continues to struggle as his Grace gradually magnifies in power. Po’s Grace of sensing overwhelms Po’s senses, yet he always pulls through his challenges, even if he does receive assistance from his friends. Last, but not least is Bitterblue, the third main character. Bitterblue may be young, but she is as fierce as a lion. Most children do not need to learn to bear a knife in order to

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