Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman

Catherine, Called Birdy

Karen Cushman

232 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult reflective slow-paced

Description

Set against a backdrop of life on a medieval manor, a 14-year-old girl feels trapped because her father is determined to marry her off to a rich man. By wit, trickery, and luck, she manages to send several would-be husbands packing. Then comes a m...

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Moods

funny 77%
lighthearted 52%
adventurous 40%
reflective 28%
hopeful 24%
emotional 20%
informative 14%
inspiring 12%
relaxing 5%
challenging 2%
sad 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 39%
slow 32%
fast 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 19% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.63

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