Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata

Kira-Kira

Cynthia Kadohata

fiction young adult hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

244 pages | first published 2004

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kira-kira (kee ra kee ra): glittering; shining Glittering. That's how Katie Takeshima's sister, Lynn, makes everything seem. The sky is kira-kira because its color is deep but see-through at the same time. The sea is kira-kira for the same reason....
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Summary of 1683 reviews

Moods

sad 84%
emotional 82%
reflective 48%
hopeful 44%
inspiring 22%
lighthearted 11%
informative 10%
funny 7%
adventurous 4%
challenging 4%
relaxing 4%
dark 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 23%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 81% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 20% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.86

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