192 pages • first pub 1989 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140107326
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: London Penguin Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This is a first novel, about growing up in London, which centres round the moment when the local bogey man, who the children have been terrified of, dies. His death releases passions that have been supressed in the street for many years.
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Community Reviews Summary of 30 reviews
Moods
emotional 60%
mysterious 60%
adventurous 40%
hopeful 40%
tense 40%
challenging 20%
funny 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%
relaxing 20%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 40%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 80% | No: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 75% | No: 25%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Homophobia, Suicide, Religious bigotryModerate
Deadnaming, Mental illness, VomitMinor
Alcoholism, Animal death, Bullying192 pages • first pub 1989 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140107326
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: London Penguin Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This is a first novel, about growing up in London, which centres round the moment when the local bogey man, who the children have been terrified of, dies. His death releases passions that have been supressed in the street for many years.
',
Community Reviews Summary of 30 reviews
Moods
emotional 60%
mysterious 60%
adventurous 40%
hopeful 40%
tense 40%
challenging 20%
funny 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%
relaxing 20%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 40%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 80% | No: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 75% | No: 25%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Homophobia, Suicide, Religious bigotryModerate
Deadnaming, Mental illness, VomitMinor
Alcoholism, Animal death, Bullying