Rules by Cynthia Lord

Rules

Cynthia Lord

200 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction young adult emotional slow-paced

Description

A heartfelt and witty debut about feeling different and finding acceptance--beyond the rules. Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his di...

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Moods

emotional 58%
hopeful 51%
reflective 45%
inspiring 38%
funny 32%
lighthearted 29%
informative 16%
challenging 12%
sad 12%
tense 6%
adventurous 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 25%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 68% | A mix: 20% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 16% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 12% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 79% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 4%

Average rating

3.82

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