River Boy by Tim Bowler
River Boy
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Tim Bowler
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River Boy

Tim Bowler

192 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy young adult hopeful reflective sad slow-paced

Description

Grandpa is dying. He can barely move his hands any more but, stubborn as ever, refuses to stay in hospital. He's determined to finish his last painting, River Boy, before he goes.At first Jess can't understand his refusal to let go, but then she t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 102 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
mysterious 55%
sad 55%
adventurous 44%
hopeful 44%
reflective 44%
inspiring 22%
relaxing 22%
challenging 11%
funny 11%
tense 11%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 16% | No: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | N/A: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.42

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