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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain

ory12's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional funny slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

4.25

stanleysenitt's review against another edition

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

3.75

stfischer's review against another edition

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3.0

I had to read this for my English class and while it wasn't horrible, I don't think I would have read this book of my own accord. There many details that didn't seem pertinent to the story but there were sentences and words said that did make me smile. At least a little bit.

I think the relationship between Jim and Huck was fun to read and learn about but other than that, I don't have much to say about the book.

mariaazuaje's review against another edition

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1.0

Read it for school.  It sucks 

ddneuro's review against another edition

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5.0

At first it was kind of a chore to read in between all the use of dialect and the hefty and uncomfortable use of the n-word. Still, it's a fun time! The characters are all well-drawn and interesting, and the plot is riveting. It's an interesting way to take a look at the way people lived at the time while not getting too bogged down in historocity. Plus, despite how racist it actually is, it's not nearly as racist as advertised! If you ask me, some day this Mark Twain fellow is really going to make something of himself!

fhammond_36's review against another edition

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3.0

Re-reading this as an adult was odd but good. I can hear the accents better. Tom Sawyer is an annoying twit though. Huck is a much more thoughtful person. It sadly still seems relevant. Can't wait to discuss with my book club to get some other view points on this.

books_with_joanne's review against another edition

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adventurous funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

crina12's review against another edition

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adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This one is much better than the first. Way more interesting story to follow. I understand why this book is taught in school instead of Tom Sawyer. 

travelinglibrary's review against another edition

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medium-paced

2.5

sandysan_11's review against another edition

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2.0

I bought this book not long ago - I know it's a classic & many people like it. Unfortunately, I did not care for it. I wanted to, but alas