The Music of Dolphins by Karen Hesse

The Music of Dolphins

Karen Hesse

192 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction middle grade reflective fast-paced

Description

A girl raised by dolphins must choose between two worlds in this critically acclaimed novel about what it means to be a human being.

Community Reviews Summary of 634 reviews

Moods

emotional 87%
reflective 87%
hopeful 37%
sad 37%
challenging 25%
inspiring 25%
dark 12%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 37%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 75% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.78

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