The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Brian Selznick

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533 pages | first published 2007

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2008 Caldecott Medal winnerThe groundbreaking debut novel from bookmaking pioneer, Brian Selznick Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when...
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Moods

adventurous 80%
mysterious 53%
hopeful 45%
lighthearted 44%
emotional 38%
inspiring 36%
reflective 11%
relaxing 9%
funny 7%
sad 5%
tense 5%
informative 4%
dark 3%
challenging 1%

Pace

fast 72%
medium 23%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 52% | Plot: 27% | Character: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 38% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

4.2

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