The Widow's Broom by Chris Van Allsburg

The Widow's Broom

Chris Van Allsburg

32 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy dark mysterious fast-paced

Description

A 25th anniversary edition of the enchanting story of a widow who finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom after a witch falls into her garden. Some of Minna Shaw's neighbors don't trust her clever broom. "It's dangerous," they say. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 232 reviews

Moods

funny 40%
inspiring 40%
lighthearted 40%
mysterious 40%
dark 20%
hopeful 20%
reflective 20%
relaxing 20%
sad 20%

Pace

fast 80%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

4.23

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