A review by teacupsandfirereads
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain

adventurous challenging funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

My first time reading this beloved classic. I can't say it was for me. I did laugh at some of Tom's antics, but didn't connect beyond that.  Where other classics have aged well, I don't feel certain this one did. I also was not a fan of the narration.
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