Surprise Island by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Surprise Island

The Boxcar Children #2

Gertrude Chandler Warner with Mary Gehr (Illustrator)

178 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction childrens mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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The Aldens spend the summer on Grandfather's island Joe, the island's friendly handyman, helps them with anything they need, but as the children continue to explore their summer home, they realize there is more to the island--and to their new fri...

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Community Reviews Summary of 933 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 86%
adventurous 80%
mysterious 53%
funny 20%
hopeful 20%
informative 13%
relaxing 13%
emotional 6%
inspiring 6%
reflective 6%

Pace

fast 43%
medium 43%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 54% | A mix: 36% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 63% | Yes: 36%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | Yes: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 72% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

3.64

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