The Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Vol. I by Diana Wynne Jones

The Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Vol. I

Chrestomanci #1-2

Diana Wynne Jones

608 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous fast-paced
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The Chants are a family strong in magic, but neither Christopher Chant nor Cat Chant can work even the simplest of spells. Who could have dreamed that both Christopher and Cat were born with nine lives--or that they could lose them so quickly? 

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,470 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
mysterious 47%
funny 38%
lighthearted 33%
hopeful 14%
dark 9%
emotional 9%
reflective 9%
relaxing 9%
challenging 4%
informative 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 38%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Character: 22% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 41% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 6%

Average rating

4.19

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