Emil and the Detectives by Walter Trier, Erich Kästner

Emil and the Detectives

Emil #1

Walter Trier, Erich Kästner

224 pages first pub 1928 (editions)

fiction childrens classics mysterious fast-paced

Description

If Mrs Tischbein had known the amazing adventures her son Emil would have in Berlin, she'd never have let him go.Unfortunately, when his seven pounds goes missing on the train, Emil is determined to get it back - and when he teams up with the dete...

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Community Reviews Summary of 621 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 92%
adventurous 77%
funny 74%
relaxing 18%
mysterious 11%
inspiring 7%
hopeful 3%
reflective 3%

Pace

fast 80%
medium 11%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 90% | A mix: 4% | Character: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | No: 9% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 70% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 15%

Average rating

3.86

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