A Drowned Maiden's Hair: A Melodrama by Laura Amy Schlitz

A Drowned Maiden's Hair: A Melodrama

Laura Amy Schlitz

368 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Description

Maud Flynn is known at the orphanage for her impertinence. So when the charming Miss Hyacinth chooses her to take home, the girl is pleased but baffled, until she learns of her new role: helping to stage elaborate s ances for bereaved patrons. As ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 258 reviews

Moods

adventurous 83%
mysterious 83%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
hopeful 33%
informative 33%
sad 33%
tense 33%
funny 16%
reflective 16%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Average rating

3.93

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