Understood Betsy by Dorothy Canfield Fisher

Understood Betsy

Dorothy Canfield Fisher

104 pages first pub 1916 (editions)

fiction childrens classics historical lighthearted reflective slow-paced

Description

Orphaned as a baby, Betsey is taken in by her flighty maiden aunts. Totally smothered by their overly protective, but well intentioned determination to mother her, Betsey grows into a frail and timid little girl who completely relies on her "Dear ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 207 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 100%
funny 57%
hopeful 57%
adventurous 42%
emotional 42%
relaxing 42%
informative 28%
inspiring 14%
reflective 14%

Pace

medium 85%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | No: 16%

Average rating

4.22

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