The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg

The Polar Express

Chris Van Allsburg

32 pages first pub 1985 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy lighthearted fast-paced

Community Reviews Summary of 5,054 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 70%
adventurous 56%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
relaxing 22%
reflective 14%
emotional 12%
mysterious 10%
sad 6%
funny 4%

Pace

fast 81%
medium 16%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | Character: 12% | A mix: 6% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 69% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | N/A: 12% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 3%

Average rating

4.19

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