Emil and the Detectives by Erich Kästner

Emil and the Detectives

Emil #1

Erich Kästner with Walter Trier (Illustrator)

224 pages first pub 1928 (editions)

fiction childrens classics contemporary mysterious fast-paced
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If Mrs Tischbein had known the amazing adventures her son Emil would have in Berlin, she'd never have let him go.Unfortunately, when his seven pounds goes missing on the train, Emil is determined to get it back - and when he teams up with the dete...

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Community Reviews Summary of 896 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
lighthearted 78%
funny 63%
relaxing 18%
mysterious 16%
hopeful 11%
inspiring 6%
tense 4%
emotional 1%
reflective 1%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 22%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 80% | A mix: 13% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 10% | It's complicated: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | N/A: 4% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 10% | It's complicated: 2%

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