Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter

Pollyanna

Pollyanna #1

Eleanor H. Porter

304 pages • first pub 1913 (editions)

fiction childrens classics young adult lighthearted fast-paced

Description

The orphan girl Pollyanna moves in with her strict aunt in New England. Despite a difficult start, Pollyanna's exuberance and positivity affect everyone who meets her, and she spreads joy and love wherever she goes. But when tragedy strikes, Polly...

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Community Reviews Summary of 373 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 83%
hopeful 60%
inspiring 46%
emotional 40%
funny 36%
relaxing 26%
reflective 20%
sad 13%
adventurous 6%
challenging 3%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 32%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 5% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.79

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