The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

Frances Hodgson Burnett

256 pages • first pub 1911 (editions)

fiction classics middle grade hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Description

"One of the most delightful and enduring classics of children's literature, The Secret Garden by Victorian author Frances Hodgson Burnett has remained a firm favorite with children the world over ever since it made its first appearance. Initially ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 48,690 reviews

Moods

hopeful 70%
lighthearted 66%
inspiring 48%
adventurous 43%
emotional 37%
relaxing 32%
reflective 27%
funny 16%
mysterious 16%
sad 6%
challenging 2%
dark 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 24%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.03

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