The Marvels by Brian Selznick

The Marvels

Brian Selznick

672 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

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Don't miss Selznick's other novels in words and pictures, The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck, which together with The Marvels, form an extraordinary thematic trilogy!A breathtaking new voyage from Caldecott Medalist Brian Selznick.Two s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,992 reviews

Moods

mysterious 70%
emotional 66%
adventurous 63%
hopeful 33%
sad 32%
inspiring 28%
reflective 25%
lighthearted 15%
relaxing 10%
challenging 9%
dark 5%
funny 4%
informative 4%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 42%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 40% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 10% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 47% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 48% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.13

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