The Search for Delicious by Natalie Babbitt, Marlene Bernstein Samuels

The Search for Delicious

Natalie Babbitt, Marlene Bernstein Samuels

176 pages first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy lighthearted fast-paced

Description

The Prime Minister is compiling a dictionary, and when no one at court can agree on the meaning of "delicious," the King sends his twelve-year-old messenger, Gaylan, to poll the citizenry. Gaylan soon discovers that the entire kingdom is on the br...

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Community Reviews Summary of 308 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 75%
adventurous 62%
funny 12%
hopeful 12%
reflective 12%
relaxing 12%
tense 12%

Pace

fast 57%
medium 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | N/A: 20% | Yes: 20%

Average rating

3.86

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