The Candymakers by Wendy Mass

The Candymakers

The Candymakers #1

Wendy Mass

480 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction middle grade mystery mysterious fast-paced

Description

Four children have been chosen to compete in a national competition to find the tastiest confection in the country. Who will invent a candy more delicious than the Oozing Crunchorama or the Neon Lightning Chew? Logan, the Candymaker's son, who ca...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,847 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 78%
adventurous 70%
funny 68%
mysterious 51%
hopeful 26%
emotional 14%
relaxing 14%
inspiring 9%
informative 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 32%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 20% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | Yes: 35% | N/A: 7% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 29%

Average rating

4.24

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