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179 pages • first pub 1985 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553154337
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: A Bantam-Skylark Book
Publication date: 01 September 1985
Description
As William turns twelve, he wonders if Jason is still his best friend. In the past year, Jason has grown a foot taller, while William is still a shrimp. When Jason challenges William to "jump the trains," William is terrified. How else can he prov...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,371 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 50%
inspiring 25%
hopeful 21%
funny 10%
reflective 10%
emotional 7%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 3%
Pace
fast 36%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 64% | A mix: 29% | Character: 5%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | No: 38%Loveable characters?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 70% | No: 23% | N/A: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Animal deathMinor
Animal cruelty, Kidnapping
179 pages • first pub 1985 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553154337
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: A Bantam-Skylark Book
Publication date: 01 September 1985
Description
As William turns twelve, he wonders if Jason is still his best friend. In the past year, Jason has grown a foot taller, while William is still a shrimp. When Jason challenges William to "jump the trains," William is terrified. How else can he prov...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,371 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 50%
inspiring 25%
hopeful 21%
funny 10%
reflective 10%
emotional 7%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%
challenging 3%
Pace
fast 36%
slow 8%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 64% | A mix: 29% | Character: 5%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | No: 38%Loveable characters?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 70% | No: 23% | N/A: 5%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Animal deathMinor
Animal cruelty, Kidnapping