The Box of Delights by John Masefield

The Box of Delights

John Masefield

277 pages first pub 1935 (editions) user-added

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Description

Kay Harker is heading home for the school holidays. Recently orphaned, he knows this Christmas will be different but nothing could prepare him for the journey that lies ahead. On the train he meets an old magician, Cole Hawlings, who charges Kay w...

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Community Reviews Summary of 127 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 55%
lighthearted 33%
relaxing 22%
funny 11%
hopeful 11%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 30%
slow 30%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 60% | Yes: 40%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.73

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