Bog Child by Siobhan Dowd
Bog Child

Siobhan Dowd

Bog Child

Siobhan Dowd

233 pages first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction young adult emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced
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Bog Child by Siobhan Dowd is a poignant and stimulating novel that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate stories of resilience, family, and the complexities of coming of age during times of turmoil, making it a compelling fit for those drawn to character-driven fiction and historical themes.

Community Reviews

3.79
based on 674 reviews

Moods

emotional: 62%

dark: 42%

reflective: 42%

sad: 42%

informative: 37%

tense: 34%

hopeful: 31%

mysterious: 28%

challenging: 22%

adventurous: 14%

inspiring: 14%

funny: 8%

lighthearted: 2%

relaxing: 2%


Pace

8% of readers chose fast
63% of readers chose medium
27% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

17% of readers chose Plot
37% of readers chose A mix
44% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

64% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
70% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

22% of readers chose Yes
29% of readers chose Complicated
44% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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