Onion John by Joseph Krumgold, Symeon Shimin

248 pages first pub 1959 (editions)

fiction childrens young adult lighthearted slow-paced
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Description

The story of a friendship between a 12-year-old boy and an immigrant handyman, almost wrecked by the good intentions of the townspeople.

Community Reviews Summary of 229 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 50%
funny 50%
hopeful 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.18

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