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The 101 Dalmatians by Dodie Smith

6 reviews

sunnysky's review against another edition

adventurous tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

This is a decent book, but I read it after growing up watching the animated and live actions movies, which I ended up liking better. I will say the animated Disney movie is a pretty faithful adaptation though!

In fact, I liked the ending of this book very much, it was a fitting end for the Dearly’s and their Dalmatians, though I didn’t like that Cruella wasn’t arrested ☹️

And one more thing. I didn’t really like how they described Pongo’s wife. She doesn’t even have a name, she’s just referred to as Mrs. The nurse dog has more characterization then her! I was so sad, and it honestly irritated me every time it was described that she just ‘didn’t get something’ or ‘spaced out’ like she was slow especially in comparison to Pongo. I get that they are dogs, but it came across kinda condescending and also patronizing to me.

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j_hornick's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

The first novel I ever read, many years ago, still holds up even as an adult. A fun romp, which may be a little tense for very young children, with lovable intrepid heroes, a wicked villain, and a lovely ending.

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