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Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
5.0
adventurous lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I'm surprised it took me so long to read this book, given how much I've been exposed to the story. Between childhood/adolescent memories surrounding "Muppets Treasure Island", "Treasure Planet", and a stage play based on this book, I was already VERY familiar with the story before reading it. And I'm willing to admit that my five star review could simply be the result of nostalgia. But this is a solid bildungsroman filled with the kinds of adventures that would appeal to a youngster. It's a classic for a reason.