Skellig by David Almond

182 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade dark hopeful mysterious medium-paced
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Description

Unhappy about his baby sister's illness and the chaos of moving into a dilapidated old house, Michael retreats to the garage and finds a mysterious stranger who is something like a bird and something like an angel...

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Moods

emotional 75%
hopeful 61%
mysterious 60%
reflective 36%
adventurous 33%
dark 32%
inspiring 26%
sad 23%
tense 11%
lighthearted 10%
challenging 8%
relaxing 8%
funny 5%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 48%
fast 39%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 8% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.67

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