The Borribles by Michael de Larrabeiti

224 pages first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy young adult adventurous fast-paced
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What is a Borrible? Borribles are runaways who dwell in the shadows of London. Apart from their pointed ears, they look just like ordinary children. They live by their wits and a few Borrible laws-the chief one being, Don't Get Caught! The Borribl...

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Community Reviews Summary of 37 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
dark 66%
emotional 66%
lighthearted 66%
tense 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
mysterious 33%
sad 33%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.94

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