Abomination by Robert Swindells

Abomination

Robert Swindells

208 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction childrens horror young adult dark fast-paced

Description

Martha is twelve - and very different from other kids, because of her parents. Strict members of a religious group - the Brethren - their rules dominate Martha's life. And one rule is the most important of all: she must never ever invite anyone ho...

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Community Reviews Summary of 37 reviews

Moods

dark 66%
hopeful 66%
mysterious 66%
adventurous 33%
challenging 33%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
reflective 33%
sad 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.46

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