Cloud Busting by Malorie Blackman

Cloud Busting

Malorie Blackman

176 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction childrens poetry emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

Despite his Mum's insistence, Sam doesn't want to be friends with Davey, he thinks Davey's a first class, grade A, top of the dung heap moron. But one day Davey saves Sam's life and a bond is formed between them. Sam is still embarrassed to be see...

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Community Reviews Summary of 98 reviews

Moods

emotional 90%
sad 80%
hopeful 70%
reflective 70%
inspiring 40%
challenging 20%
lighthearted 20%
dark 10%
funny 10%
relaxing 10%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 30%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 70% | No: 20% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 10%

Average rating

3.93

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