Charles by Shirley Jackson

Charles

Shirley Jackson

5 pages first pub 1991 (view editions)

fiction classics short stories funny reflective medium-paced
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Charles by Shirley Jackson is ideal for readers who appreciate classic short stories blending humor and introspection to explore the complexities of childhood behavior.

Community Reviews

3.61
based on 187 reviews

Moods

funny: 69%

lighthearted: 53%

dark: 30%

mysterious: 23%

adventurous: 7%

informative: 7%

reflective: 7%

relaxing: 7%

tense: 7%


Pace

73% of readers chose fast
20% of readers chose medium
6% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

8% of readers chose Plot
8% of readers chose A mix
83% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

9% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
54% of readers chose No
9% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

18% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
45% of readers chose No
9% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

81% of readers chose No
18% of readers chose N/A
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

90% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

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