Why the Whales Came by Michael Morpurgo

Why the Whales Came

Michael Morpurgo

146 pages first pub 1985 (editions) user-added

fiction childrens emotional medium-paced

Description

Gracie and her friend Daniel have always been warned to stay away from the Birdman and his side of the island. But then they find a message in the sand and discover the Birdman is not who they thought. They build up a lovely friendship with him, b...

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Community Reviews Summary of 373 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
emotional 61%
mysterious 38%
hopeful 27%
reflective 27%
inspiring 22%
lighthearted 22%
sad 22%
tense 22%
dark 11%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 38%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 38% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.77

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