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hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
A pleasant, if predictable, children's story. I'm glad I finally read this one, even if it's not an instant favorite. I think I might have enjoyed it more if I'd read it during my childhood (though I also had a great frustration with books full of happy children who spread sunshine everywhere they went, as my melancholic and extremely shy little self felt I wasn't measuring up).
I did like the interplay between British and American sensibilities here, with both sides generally coming to appreciate the other side more.
I did like the interplay between British and American sensibilities here, with both sides generally coming to appreciate the other side more.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Domestic abuse and Death
Reference to separation (possibly implied divorce) of a married couple.
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