Five Children And It: A Brilliant Story of Fantasy (Annotated) By Edith Nesbit. by E. Nesbit

Five Children And It: A Brilliant Story of Fantasy (Annotated) By Edith Nesbit.

Five Children #1

E. Nesbit

106 pages first pub 1902 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy middle grade adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced
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To Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother, the house in the country promises a summer of freedom and play. But when they accidently uncover an accident Psammead--or Sand-fairy--who has the power to make wishes come true, they find the...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,185 reviews

Moods

adventurous 92%
lighthearted 78%
funny 53%
mysterious 10%
hopeful 7%
relaxing 7%
reflective 5%
inspiring 3%
challenging 2%
emotional 2%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 39%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 61% | A mix: 30% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 65% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | Yes: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 17%

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3.68

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