Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie Bucket #1

Roald Dahl with Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

155 pages • first pub 1964 (editions)

fiction childrens classics funny lighthearted fast-paced

Description

Each of five children lucky enough to discover an entry ticket into Mr. Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory takes advantage of the situation in his own way.

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Moods

funny 79%
lighthearted 79%
adventurous 71%
relaxing 16%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 11%
dark 8%
mysterious 6%
emotional 4%
reflective 4%
challenging 2%
sad 1%
tense 1%

Pace

fast 79%
medium 18%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 36% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 64% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.04

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