The Skull by Jon Klassen

The Skull

Jon Klassen

22 minutes • first pub 2023 (editions) user-added

fiction childrens adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

Caldecott Medalist and #1 New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Jon Klassen delivers a deliciously macabre treat for folktale fans.Jon Klassen's signature wry humor takes a turn for the ghostly in this thrilling retelling of a traditional...

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Community Reviews Summary of 449 reviews

Moods

dark 78%
mysterious 64%
adventurous 48%
funny 26%
hopeful 18%
lighthearted 16%
emotional 13%
reflective 13%
relaxing 7%
tense 6%
sad 5%
inspiring 3%
challenging 2%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 25%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 38% | Plot: 36% | Character: 22% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 48% | N/A: 19% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 21% | Yes: 21%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 59% | N/A: 17% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 10%

Average rating

4.38

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