The Thief of Always by Clive Barker

The Thief of Always

Clive Barker

225 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror middle grade inspiring mysterious fast-paced

Description

Master storyteller and bestselling novelist Clive Barker creates an enchanting tale for both children and adults to cherish and retell.The Thief of Always tells the haunting story of Harvey, a bright 10-year-old who is suffering from the winter do...

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Moods

adventurous 82%
mysterious 69%
dark 64%
tense 28%
hopeful 22%
emotional 14%
lighthearted 13%
reflective 13%
sad 8%
inspiring 7%
funny 6%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 34% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 68% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 4% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 49% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

4.1

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