The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Mark Haddon

226 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

fiction contemporary mystery young adult emotional medium-paced

Description

Christopher John Francis Boone knows all the countries of the world and their capitals and every prime number up to 7,057. He relates well to animals but has no understanding of human emotions. He cannot stand to be touched. Although gifted with a...

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Moods

emotional 58%
adventurous 43%
funny 37%
mysterious 35%
reflective 33%
informative 25%
sad 24%
inspiring 21%
lighthearted 20%
hopeful 19%
challenging 16%
tense 13%
dark 6%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 36%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 20% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 14% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.78

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