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192 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007150069
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Collins
Publication date: 06 October 2003
Description
When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly and himself
Community Reviews Summary of 2,685 reviews
Moods
sad 73%
reflective 42%
dark 30%
tense 28%
adventurous 26%
hopeful 25%
challenging 19%
inspiring 19%
informative 17%
funny 8%
lighthearted 4%
mysterious 1%
Pace
medium 46%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 48% | Character: 39% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 68% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%Loveable characters?
Yes: 83% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 65% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 10%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 35% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
War, Violence, GriefModerate
Death of parent, Animal death, DeathMinor
Animal cruelty, Alcoholism, Gun violence
192 pages • first pub 2003 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007150069
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Collins
Publication date: 06 October 2003
Description
When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly and himself
Community Reviews Summary of 2,685 reviews
Moods
sad 73%
reflective 42%
dark 30%
tense 28%
adventurous 26%
hopeful 25%
challenging 19%
inspiring 19%
informative 17%
funny 8%
lighthearted 4%
mysterious 1%
Pace
medium 46%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 48% | Character: 39% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 68% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%Loveable characters?
Yes: 83% | No: 8% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 2%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 65% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 10%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 35% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 7%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
War, Violence, GriefModerate
Death of parent, Animal death, DeathMinor
Animal cruelty, Alcoholism, Gun violence