Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson

304 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult adventurous emotional medium-paced

Description

In this compelling sequel to Chains, a National Book Award Finalist and winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson shifts perspective from Isabel to Curzon and brings to the page the tale of wha...

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Moods

adventurous 90%
emotional 65%
challenging 45%
informative 40%
dark 30%
hopeful 30%
tense 25%
sad 20%
reflective 15%
inspiring 10%
funny 5%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 20%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 73% | Plot: 13% | Character: 6% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 29%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

4.05

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