The Star-Child by Oscar Wilde

The Star-Child

Oscar Wilde

208 pages first pub 1891 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy short stories dark fast-paced
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The Star-Child by Oscar Wilde is a captivating read for anyone who delights in timeless, enchanting fairy tales that explore the complexities of the human heart, making it a perfect fit for readers who appreciate classic morality stories and the beauty of the fantastical.

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Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. With warmth, tenderness and quiet wit, Oscar Wilde's fables and ...

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Community Reviews

3.68
based on 171 reviews

Moods

reflective: 56%

adventurous: 41%

emotional: 32%

inspiring: 32%

dark: 30%

sad: 27%

lighthearted: 23%

relaxing: 23%

hopeful: 18%

funny: 14%

mysterious: 12%

challenging: 7%


Pace

54% of readers chose fast
37% of readers chose medium
7% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

21% of readers chose Plot
55% of readers chose A mix
15% of readers chose Character
7% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

45% of readers chose Yes
42% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

30% of readers chose Yes
44% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
13% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

42% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
32% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

87% of readers chose Yes
5% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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