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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Did not finish book. Stopped at 10%.

Kids lost interest, so we didn't finish.

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross

adventurous emotional inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Charlotte's Web by E.B. White

emotional funny lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

The Fury by Alex Michaelides

dark emotional funny mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Someone Just Like You by Meredith Schorr

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Measure by Nikki Erlick

emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

A Deal with the Elf King by Elise Kova
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.

The story isn't pulling me in like I thought it would.

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli

adventurous dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Off the Map by Trish Doller

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

4.0

Off the Map is a well-written and heartwarming novel that explores themes of self-discovery, love, and family. Doller’s writing style is engaging, and the characters are relatable and likable. The audiobook version, narrated by Sarah Naughton, is also highly recommended for her skillful performance.