The Coral Island: A Tale of the Pacific Ocean by R.M. Ballantyne

The Coral Island: A Tale of the Pacific Ocean

R.M. Ballantyne

384 pages first pub 1858 (editions)

fiction classics historical young adult adventurous slow-paced
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In this adult edition of the children's classic, three English boys, shipwrecked on a deserted island, create an idyllic society despite typhoons, wild hogs, and hostile visitors. Then evil pirates kidnap one of the youths whose adventures continu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 210 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 45%
tense 36%
emotional 18%
challenging 9%
dark 9%
hopeful 9%
informative 9%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 9%
reflective 9%
relaxing 9%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | No: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 37% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.21

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