The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling

The Chocolate Touch

John Midas #1

Patrick Skene Catling

128 pages first pub 1952 (editions) user-added

fiction childrens fantasy middle grade lighthearted fast-paced

Description

In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate Kids will eat this up for summer reading or anytime Can you ever have too much of your favorite ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 615 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 81%
funny 68%
reflective 18%
adventurous 12%
inspiring 12%
challenging 6%
dark 6%
mysterious 6%
tense 6%

Pace

fast 76%
medium 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 60% | Character: 30% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | No: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.52

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