8 hours, 37 minutes • first pub 1986 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781456107642
Format: Audio
Language: English
Publisher: Recorded Books
Publication date: 01 April 1986
Description
Diana Wynne Jones's entrancing, classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It's a fun way to keep your child ent...
Community Reviews Summary of 31,586 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 81%
funny 72%
mysterious 27%
hopeful 23%
relaxing 22%
inspiring 14%
emotional 12%
reflective 3%
tense 2%
challenging 1%
dark 1%
Pace
fast 34%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 59% | Character: 28% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 51% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Body horror, ConfinementModerate
Death, MurderMinor
Death of parent, Violence, Alcohol
8 hours, 37 minutes • first pub 1986 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781456107642
Format: Audio
Language: English
Publisher: Recorded Books
Publication date: 01 April 1986
Description
Diana Wynne Jones's entrancing, classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It's a fun way to keep your child ent...
Community Reviews Summary of 31,586 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 81%
funny 72%
mysterious 27%
hopeful 23%
relaxing 22%
inspiring 14%
emotional 12%
reflective 3%
tense 2%
challenging 1%
dark 1%
Pace
fast 34%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 59% | Character: 28% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 51% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Body horror, ConfinementModerate
Death, MurderMinor
Death of parent, Violence, Alcohol