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Noah Barleywater Runs Away by John Boyne

Noah Barleywater Runs Away

John Boyne

224 pages • first pub 2010 (view editions)

fiction fantasy middle grade adventurous slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy whimsical, reflective tales blending magical realism with heartfelt life lessons, appealing to those who appreciate stories where childhood innocence intersects with profound emotional journeys.

Community Reviews

3.61
based on 547 reviews

Moods

emotional: 73%

adventurous: 57%

reflective: 57%

sad: 52%

lighthearted: 47%

hopeful: 42%

inspiring: 31%

funny: 21%

mysterious: 15%

relaxing: 10%

Pace

11% of readers chose fast
47% of readers chose medium
41% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

33% of readers chose Plot
33% of readers chose A mix
26% of readers chose Character
6% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

42% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

86% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

30% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
61% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

23% of readers chose Yes
38% of readers chose Complicated
38% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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