Understood Betsy by Dorothy Canfield, Dorothy Canfield Fisher

176 pages first pub 1916 (editions)

fiction childrens classics historical lighthearted reflective slow-paced

Description

For all of her nine years, fragile Elizabeth Ann has heard her Aunt Frances refer in whispers to her "horrid Putney cousins." But when her aunt can no longer care for her, Elizabeth Ann must leave her sheltered life to live in the wilds of Vermont...

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Community Reviews Summary of 203 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 100%
funny 75%
adventurous 50%
emotional 50%
informative 50%
hopeful 25%
reflective 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

4.21

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