The Willoughbys by Lois Lowry, Francis Kerline

192 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade hopeful fast-paced
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From the New York Times Bestselling and two-time Newbery Medal-winning author of The Giver and Number the Stars, comes a delightfully tongue-in-cheek story about parents trying to get rid of their four children and the children who are all too hap...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,627 reviews

Moods

funny 86%
lighthearted 77%
adventurous 38%
dark 17%
hopeful 17%
relaxing 10%
sad 10%
emotional 4%
inspiring 2%
mysterious 2%
challenging 1%
reflective 1%

Pace

fast 71%
medium 26%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 38% | Plot: 36% | Character: 20% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 20% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 6% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.7

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