Abarat by Clive Barker

393 pages first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror young adult adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
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Description

A journey beyond imagination is about to unfold...It begins in Chickentown, USA. There lives Candy Quackenbush, her heart bursting for some clue as to what her future might hold.When the answer comes, it’s not one she expects.Welcome to the Abarat...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,577 reviews

Moods

adventurous 99%
mysterious 68%
dark 49%
funny 27%
lighthearted 22%
hopeful 14%
tense 14%
emotional 12%
reflective 9%
inspiring 8%
challenging 7%
relaxing 2%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 59%
fast 32%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Plot: 24% | Character: 20% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

4.03

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