The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill

The Ogress and the Orphans

Kelly Barnhill

fiction middle grade hopeful mysterious reflective medium-paced

400 pages | first published 2022

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A new instant fantasy classic from Newbery medalist Kelly Barnhill about the power of generosity and love—and how a community suffers when they disappear. Stone-in-the-Glen, once a lovely town, has fallen on hard times. Fires, floods, and other ca...
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Summary of 246 reviews

Moods

hopeful 80%
inspiring 66%
emotional 59%
reflective 48%
adventurous 44%
lighthearted 22%
mysterious 19%
funny 11%
challenging 10%
sad 10%
relaxing 9%
tense 7%
dark 4%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 30%
fast 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Character: 28% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 19% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 45% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.37

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