But Jasper Came Instead by Christine Nöstlinger

But Jasper Came Instead

Christine Nöstlinger

128 pages first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction childrens informative inspiring slow-paced

Description

It was Tom who was supposed to go and stay with the family in Vienna, but Jasper went instead. And, as 13-year-old Ewald and his little sister Billie were soon to find out, Jasper was quite a handful.

Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

emotional 66%
funny 66%
sad 66%
adventurous 33%
hopeful 33%
informative 33%
lighthearted 33%
reflective 33%
relaxing 33%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.16

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