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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
fast-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
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I hate French books, so I found it a stupid book.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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:
Complicated
4 stars bc i was super sad at the end and literally cried in french class
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
At first glance, it felt confusing and even disorienting for me. As I turned the pages, I found myself questioning everything—what was the author trying to convey? Why were these strange characters and conversations presented so simply, almost childishly?
But as I kept reading, something beautiful unfolded.
This book is not just a children's tale—it’s a deeply philosophical journey seen through the eyes of a child who speaks with the wisdom of an untainted heart. The more I read, the more mesmerized I became. Each encounter the Little Prince has—whether with the king, the boastful man, the tippler, or the businessman—feels like a satirical reflection of the way adults complicate life. These characters aren't just whimsical; they're mirrors showing how we, as grown-ups, often lose sight of what truly matters.
What captivated me the most was how the Little Prince viewed the world: with sincerity, curiosity, and a kind of emotional clarity that most of us lose with age. His love for his rose, his care for his tiny planet, and the lessons he shares are both innocent and profound. It’s as if we’re being reminded—gently but firmly—of the beauty of simplicity, the power of love, and the importance of seeing with the heart, not just the eyes.
Reading The Little Prince made me reflect deeply on my own life. It challenged my adult way of thinking and nudged me to reconnect with the childlike wonder I had forgotten. It’s not just a book—it’s a mirror, a poem, and a quiet revolution against the cynicism of adulthood.
In the end, I understand now why this book has touched so many hearts around the world. It's not about understanding every metaphor perfectly—it's about feeling them. And I felt them, deeply.
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I fear I have no idea what this book was about.
Read For
✓ Philosophy
✓ Short Read
✓ Middle Grade
✓ French Literature
✓ Children’s Classics
𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊𓋼𓍊
Spice Level: n/a
Sad Level: 💧
Plot: 3/10
Pace: 4/10
Ending: 5/10
Characters: 6/10
Enjoyability: 3/10
Writing Style: 2/10
Would I Recommend? No
Favorite Character: n/a
Favorite Quote: ❝ Well, I must endure the presence of a few caterpillars if I wish to become acquainted with the butterflies. ❞
POV: First Person
Pages: 96
Format: Audiobook
Language: English
Release Date: 15, May 2000
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
Minor: Child death