The Explorer by Katherine Rundell

The Explorer

Katherine Rundell

336 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction middle grade adventurous fast-paced
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Description

Fred, Con, Lila, and Max are on their way back to England from Manaus when the plane they’re on crashes and the pilot dies upon landing. For days they survive alone, until Fred finds a map that leads them to a ruined city, and to a secret.

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Moods

adventurous 98%
hopeful 42%
emotional 35%
funny 35%
inspiring 32%
mysterious 28%
tense 21%
lighthearted 17%
informative 15%
reflective 12%
challenging 11%
sad 3%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 49%
medium 44%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 30% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 81% | No: 14% | N/A: 2% | It's complicated: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 72% | No: 18% | N/A: 7% | It's complicated: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 53% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.94

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