The Borrowers by Mary Norton

148 pages first pub 1952 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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For readers who delight in whimsical tales of family, magic, and adventure, The Borrowers by Mary Norton is a charming and timeless classic that will transport them to a world of miniature wonder and enchantment.

Description

Beneath the kitchen floor is the world of the Borrowers -- Pod and Homily Clock and their daughter, Arrietty. In their tiny home, matchboxes double as roomy dressers and postage stamps hang on the walls like paintings. Whatever the Clocks need the...

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Community Reviews

3.85
based on 5,555 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 81%

adventurous: 79%

funny: 31%

relaxing: 26%

hopeful: 18%

mysterious: 6%

emotional: 5%

tense: 5%

inspiring: 4%

reflective: 4%


Pace

36% of readers chose fast
45% of readers chose medium
17% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

28% of readers chose Plot
43% of readers chose A mix
26% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

39% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
38% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

84% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
5% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

12% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
69% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

20% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
60% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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