The Toymakers by Robert Dinsdale

The Toymakers

Robert Dinsdale

320 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical magical realism adventurous emotional mysterious slow-paced

Description

The Emporium opens with the first frost of winter.While the Great War wages across Europe, there is a place of hope and enchantment in the heart of London. The Emporium sells toys that capture the imagination of children and adults alike: patchwor...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,214 reviews

Moods

emotional 69%
mysterious 64%
adventurous 57%
sad 45%
dark 37%
hopeful 30%
reflective 30%
inspiring 14%
tense 13%
challenging 9%
lighthearted 7%
relaxing 5%
funny 2%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 41%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 54% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 49% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 17% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.92

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