Frindel by Alberto Jiménez Rioja, Andrew Clements

95 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade lighthearted fast-paced

Description

When he decides to turn his fifth grade teacher's love of the dictionary around on her, clever Nick Allen invents a new word and begins a chain of events that quickly moves beyond his control.

Community Reviews Summary of 4,896 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 80%
funny 73%
inspiring 55%
hopeful 21%
adventurous 12%
relaxing 12%
emotional 7%
informative 7%
reflective 7%
challenging 1%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 23%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 32% | Plot: 19% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 4% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 2% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.77

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