Herman: a novel by Lars Saabye Christensen, Steven Michael Nordby

192 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction young adult reflective slow-paced

Description

Eleven-year-old Herman is not that different from other boys-except that he is going bald. Presented with this dilemma, Herman uses his fertile imagination and comical viewpoint on life to navigate through the rough seas commonly known as "growing...

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Community Reviews Summary of 55 reviews

Moods

hopeful 100%
lighthearted 100%
emotional 66%
funny 66%
reflective 66%
relaxing 66%
inspiring 33%
sad 33%

Pace

slow 33%
medium 33%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.53

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