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jbrito's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
flyingsails's review against another edition
4.0
Very different from any of the naval fiction I've read previously, and I can see why it's regarded as "Marryat's best work." Jack Easy is a unique hero, oft times acting almost silly in his views of the world, and yet always coming out on top. His naivety and cleverness together make him an endearing character, and although I usually enjoy first-person narratives more, I did like Mr. Midshipman Easy better than Peter Simple.
mefrost's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
komet2020's review against another edition
5.0
I had the pleasure of reading "Mr. Midshipman Easy" several years ago. It lives up to its billing as a novel full of exciting seafaring adventures on the high seas during the Napoleonic Wars. The human interest elements in the novel are also compelling and true-to-life.
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