fiction classics historical young adult emotional reflective slow-paced

268 pages | first published 1886

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Beginning ten years after Little Men, Jo’s Boys revisits Plumfield, the New England school still presided over by Jo and her husband, Professor Bhaer. Jo remains at the center of the tale, surrounded by her boys—including rebellious Dan, sailor Em...
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Summary of 1805 reviews

Moods

emotional 69%
lighthearted 67%
hopeful 53%
inspiring 34%
reflective 32%
adventurous 26%
funny 26%
relaxing 24%
sad 12%
challenging 4%
dark 4%
informative 2%
mysterious 2%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 38%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 70% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.63

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