Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L. Holm

188 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade lighthearted fast-paced
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In Jennifer L. Holm's New York Times bestselling, Newbery Honor winning middle grade historical fiction novel, life isn't like the movies. But then again, 11-year-old Turtle is no Shirley Temple. She's smart and tough and has seen enough of the wo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,107 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 79%
adventurous 72%
funny 62%
hopeful 48%
emotional 20%
inspiring 13%
informative 10%
sad 10%
reflective 6%
relaxing 6%
challenging 3%
mysterious 3%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 58%
medium 41%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 47% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.76

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