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4.25 AVERAGE

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Unique is definitely the word for the characters of Moominvalley, but Little My ("The family's small, disrespectful, yet extremely positive friend") is my guiding light. She is laugh-out-loud hilarious.

Everything I've read by Jansson is so wise, and I love the observations that shine through her writing.
A great book to read aloud with kids, and in this one in particular you'll learn about the theatre and rowing as an added bonus.
funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

a good audiobook.

Delightfully absurd and anarchic.
adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Strong character development: N/A
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Tove Jansson's Moomin characters and many of their neighbors are adrift, after a volcano causes a flood.  The family is separated, and many adventures ensue before they are finally reunited.  The story & illustrations are perfect for both young and old.  
adventurous hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No