The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit

The Phoenix and the Carpet

Five Children #2

E. Nesbit

320 pages first pub 1904 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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It's startling enough to have a phoenix hatch in your house, but even more startling when it talks and reveals that you have a magic carpet on the floor. The vain and ancient bird accompanies the children on a series of adventures through time and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 645 reviews

Moods

adventurous 92%
lighthearted 92%
funny 30%
challenging 7%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 14%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Character: 33% | Plot: 22%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 30%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 10%

Average rating

3.79

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