Island by David Almond

Island

David Almond

118 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction childrens short stories young adult emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

A hopeful and moving coming-of-age story set on the island of Lindisfarne, by David Almond, author of the prize-winning Skellig and A Song for Ella Grey.Sixteen-year old Louise travels with her father to the island of Lindisfarne every year ever s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 77 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
emotional 50%
inspiring 33%
mysterious 33%
sad 33%
adventurous 16%
funny 16%
hopeful 16%
lighthearted 16%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 33%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.61

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