The Headless Cupid by Alton Raible, Zilpha Keatley Snyder

224 pages first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

"When the four Stanley children meet Amanda, their new stepsister, they're amazed to learn she studies witchcraft. When she shares her secrets, strange things start happening in their old house. They suspect Amanda until they learn the house was l...

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Community Reviews Summary of 271 reviews

Moods

mysterious 80%
adventurous 60%
dark 60%
reflective 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.8

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