Paddington by Michael Bond, R.W. Alley

32 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction childrens classics funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

Nearly fifty years ago, a small bear from Darkest Peru set out on an adventure of a lifetime. With nothing but a suitcase, several jars of marmalade, and a label around his neck that read, "Please Look After This Bear," he stowed away on a ship he...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,345 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 98%
funny 82%
adventurous 42%
relaxing 38%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 11%
emotional 4%
reflective 2%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 64%
medium 29%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 58% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | Yes: 27% | N/A: 12% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 58% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 8%

Average rating

4.11

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