Five Children and It: Large Print by E. Nesbit

Five Children and It: Large Print

Five Children #1

E. Nesbit

216 pages first pub 1902 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

To Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother, the house in the country promises a summer of freedom and play. But when they accidently uncover an accident Psammead--or Sand-fairy--who has the power to make wishes come true, they find the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,842 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
lighthearted 76%
funny 53%
mysterious 10%
hopeful 8%
relaxing 7%
reflective 5%
challenging 2%
emotional 2%
inspiring 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 36%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 29% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 64% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | Yes: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 16%

Average rating

3.67

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