The Borribles by Michael de Larrabeiti

224 pages first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy young adult adventurous fast-paced
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What is a Borrible? Borribles are runaways who dwell in the shadows of London. Apart from their pointed ears, they look just like ordinary children. They live by their wits and a few Borrible laws-the chief one being, Don't Get Caught! The Borribl...

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Community Reviews Summary of 36 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 100%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
tense 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

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3.93

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