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242 pages • first pub 1881 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781605124919
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Akasha Classics
Publication date: 12 July 2009
Description
Mark Twain's first foray into historical fantasy is a witty and satirical tale of switched identities. Tom is a beggar in 16th-century England. A chance meeting with Edward, the crown prince, results in an instant friendship and a wild scheme. The...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,233 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 40%
funny 30%
hopeful 18%
informative 17%
reflective 15%
emotional 14%
challenging 13%
dark 11%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 5%
sad 4%
tense 3%
mysterious 2%
Pace
fast 23%
slow 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 37% | Character: 33% | A mix: 29%Strong character development?
Yes: 71% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 68% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 58% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 21% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Child abuse, Classism, AlcoholMinor
Death of parent, Death
242 pages • first pub 1881 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781605124919
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Akasha Classics
Publication date: 12 July 2009
Description
Mark Twain's first foray into historical fantasy is a witty and satirical tale of switched identities. Tom is a beggar in 16th-century England. A chance meeting with Edward, the crown prince, results in an instant friendship and a wild scheme. The...
Community Reviews Summary of 4,233 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 40%
funny 30%
hopeful 18%
informative 17%
reflective 15%
emotional 14%
challenging 13%
dark 11%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 5%
sad 4%
tense 3%
mysterious 2%
Pace
fast 23%
slow 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 37% | Character: 33% | A mix: 29%Strong character development?
Yes: 71% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 68% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 58% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 21% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Child abuse, Classism, AlcoholMinor
Death of parent, Death