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dinoreader84's review against another edition
fast-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs
Heads up for slur against Romani peoples in either chapter 2 or 3. Can’t remember which.wmcduff's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Fun read to my nephew, but probably better for about an eight or nine year old. Original edition showing its age a bit, language is a bit complex.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racial slurs
Uses gypsy, which isn't surprising for a book from 1979. Might have been updated to Romani in modern versions.wolfiegrrrl's review against another edition
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The age of this book quickly makes itself known by the language it uses, particularly the page where Chester the cat casually lets rip the g-slur in rapid succession. I was already struggling pretty hard to feel engaged with the text due to the children who talk like adults trying to imitate children - sometimes I don't mind it, but it was particularly hard to read here because there is so little variation between how each character is written that they don't really have distinct voices of their own - so that page felt like a slap to the face when I got there.
Otherwise, the story is cute and I love the message of tolerance and acceptance that Harold teaches the readers through his journey with Bunnicula. Besides, the concept of a vampire bunny who drinks vegetable juice instead of blood is too adorable to find much fault in.
Otherwise, the story is cute and I love the message of tolerance and acceptance that Harold teaches the readers through his journey with Bunnicula. Besides, the concept of a vampire bunny who drinks vegetable juice instead of blood is too adorable to find much fault in.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racial slurs
Minor: Violence
There is also a brief mention of starvation.b_lownds127's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is one of my favorite books to read aloud to kids 6-10 ish because it is very funny.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racial slurs
multilingual_s's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
A cute little book, probably nice for kids who like spooky stuff and animal stories. There's one bit in the beginning that uses a slur for Romani people and a stereotypical description of them, which put me off a bit.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs
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