232 pages • first pub 1956 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780152545611
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Marly and her family share many adventures when they move from the city to a farmhouse on Maple Hill. Her father is recovering from being a prisoner-of-war. The small town and the varied happenings and activities of country life help them to recov...
Community Reviews Summary of 469 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 66%
relaxing 53%
adventurous 46%
emotional 40%
inspiring 40%
informative 33%
funny 20%
reflective 13%
tense 6%
Pace
fast 35%
slow 29%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | Plot: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 88% | N/A: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 9%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Child abuse, Mental illness, War
232 pages • first pub 1956 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780152545611
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Marly and her family share many adventures when they move from the city to a farmhouse on Maple Hill. Her father is recovering from being a prisoner-of-war. The small town and the varied happenings and activities of country life help them to recov...
Community Reviews Summary of 469 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 66%
relaxing 53%
adventurous 46%
emotional 40%
inspiring 40%
informative 33%
funny 20%
reflective 13%
tense 6%
Pace
fast 35%
slow 29%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | Plot: 33%Strong character development?
Yes: 88% | N/A: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 9%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Child abuse, Mental illness, War