Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson

240 pages first pub 1886 (editions)

fiction classics historical young adult adventurous fast-paced
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At once a rollicking adventure story and an earnest political allegoryOrphaned and penniless, David Balfour sets out to find his last living relative, miserly and reclusive Uncle Ebenezer. But Ebenezer is far from welcoming, and David narrowly esc...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,389 reviews

Moods

adventurous 99%
tense 34%
lighthearted 15%
mysterious 14%
challenging 13%
emotional 13%
funny 12%
inspiring 12%
hopeful 9%
dark 8%
reflective 8%
informative 5%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 30%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 46% | A mix: 40% | Character: 11% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.46

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