A review by bedtimesnack
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle

adventurous hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Re-reading this was an exercise in patience, but it still remains a classic YA/middle grade novel for a reason. Meg is a unique protagonist for the time: moody, unconfident, and unspecial. I think the story would be stronger if more time was devoted to depicting her "regular" life before the adventure begins, so you can feel a bit more empathetic towards her outbursts and anxieties. Some of the adventure chapters slow to a crawl with dialogue that could be edited a bit.
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