Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans

44 pages first pub 1939 (editions)

fiction childrens classics lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
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Madeline is one of the best-loved characters in children's literature. Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital was a Caldecott Honor Book in 1940 and has as much appeal today as it did then. The combinatio...

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Community Reviews Summary of 7,815 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 84%
funny 45%
adventurous 28%
relaxing 27%
hopeful 11%
emotional 6%
inspiring 3%
reflective 3%
challenging 1%
mysterious 1%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 75%
medium 20%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 48% | Plot: 21% | A mix: 18% | N/A: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 51% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 5% | It's complicated: 2% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | N/A: 14% | It's complicated: 2% | Yes: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 61% | N/A: 20% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 5%

Average rating

4.24

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