Alchemy and Meggy Swann by Karen Cushman

Alchemy and Meggy Swann

Karen Cushman

166 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult emotional slow-paced
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Fans of Karen Cushman's witty, satisfying novels will welcome Meggy Swann,newly come to London with her only friend, a goose named Louise. Meggy's mother was glad to be rid of her; her father, who sent for her, doesn't want her after all. Meggy is...

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Community Reviews Summary of 250 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 50%
reflective 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.53

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