Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans

44 pages first pub 1939 (editions)

fiction childrens classics lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Description

Madeline is one of the best-loved characters in children's literature. Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital was a Caldecott Honor Book in 1940 and has as much appeal today as it did then. The combinatio...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,576 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 82%
adventurous 35%
funny 35%
relaxing 17%
hopeful 14%
emotional 10%
reflective 7%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%

Pace

fast 80%
medium 16%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | Plot: 40% | N/A: 13% | A mix: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | N/A: 21% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | N/A: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 7%

Average rating

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