Abel's Island by William Steig

Abel's Island

William Steig with George Guidall (Narrator)

2 hours, 11 minutes first pub 1976 (editions) user-added

fiction childrens fantasy adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

Description

Abel's place in his familiar, mouse world has always been secure; he had an allowance from his mother, a comfortable home, and a lovely wife, Amanda. But one stormy August day, furious flood water carry him off and dump him on an uninhabited islan...

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Community Reviews Summary of 258 reviews

Moods

adventurous 92%
lighthearted 53%
hopeful 46%
emotional 38%
reflective 38%
inspiring 30%
funny 23%
relaxing 15%
sad 15%
tense 15%
dark 7%

Pace

fast 41%
slow 33%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 72% | Character: 18% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 27%

Average rating

3.91

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