Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

Practical Magic

Practical Magic #1

Alice Hoffman

278 pages • first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction contemporary fantasy literary emotional mysterious medium-paced

Description

Everyone needs a little magic in their lives... and for the Owens sisters, magic is inevitable. Practical Magic is the beloved novel by Alice Hoffman, inspiration for the classic film.

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Community Reviews Summary of 13,836 reviews

Moods

emotional 61%
mysterious 57%
hopeful 30%
dark 29%
lighthearted 29%
adventurous 27%
reflective 27%
funny 19%
inspiring 10%
tense 10%
sad 9%
relaxing 8%
challenging 4%

Pace

medium 56%
slow 31%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 59% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | Yes: 6% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.59

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