The Dare by John Boyne

The Dare

John Boyne

103 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction contemporary short stories young adult emotional sad medium-paced
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Description

At the start of his school holidays, Danny Delaney is looking forward to a trouble-free summer. But when his mother returns home one afternoon, flanked by two policemen, he knows that something terrible has happened. Mrs Delaney has accidentally h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews

Moods

emotional 61%
sad 61%
hopeful 46%
reflective 46%
mysterious 23%
dark 15%
tense 15%
challenging 7%
funny 7%
relaxing 7%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 70% | Character: 30%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | Yes: 44%

Loveable characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.14

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