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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:audiobook
audiobook version. |
| gptkbp:adaptation_year |
gptkb:2005
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| gptkbp:antagonist |
the supernatural presence.
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| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
a classic in children's horror.
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Betty_Ren_Wright
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| gptkbp:available_formats |
gptkb:audiobook
ebook hardcover paperback |
| gptkbp:awards |
none known.
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| gptkbp:book_character_dynamics |
Amy's interactions with the dolls.
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| gptkbp:book_character_growth |
Amy's journey.
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| gptkbp:book_emotional_themes |
fear and bravery.
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| gptkbp:book_format |
print.
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| gptkbp:book_legacy_continues |
still read today.
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| gptkbp:book_plot_elements |
mystery and suspense.
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| gptkbp:book_publication_date |
1983.
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| gptkbp:book_series |
not part of a series.
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| gptkbp:book_setting_description |
a mysterious dollhouse.
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| gptkbp:book_symbolism_explored |
the dollhouse as a metaphor.
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| gptkbp:character_arc |
Amy's journey from fear to bravery.
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| gptkbp:character_development |
Amy's growth through the story.
Amy's transformation. |
| gptkbp:character_motivation |
to uncover the truth.
Amy's desire to uncover the truth. |
| gptkbp:character_relationships |
Amy and her family.
Amy and her friends. |
| gptkbp:characters |
Amy, the dolls.
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| gptkbp:climax |
the revelation of the dollhouse's secrets.
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| gptkbp:conflict |
supernatural elements
Amy confronts the mystery. |
| gptkbp:cover_artist |
gptkb:unknown
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
positive reviews
generally positive. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced children's horror genre.
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| gptkbp:explores_themes |
the nature of fear.
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| gptkbp:first_published |
man vs. supernatural.
a small town. |
| gptkbp:followed_by |
The Ghost of the Dollhouse
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:children's_literature
mystery. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Dollhouse Murders
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| gptkbp:illustrated_by |
black and white.
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| gptkbp:illustrator |
gptkb:David_A._Johnson
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| gptkbp:impact |
evokes curiosity and fear.
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| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
influenced young readers.
inspired other authors. part of children's literature. influenced children's horror genre. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Gothic_literature
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
Betty Ren Wright's experiences.
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| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0-590-35312-0
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Amy
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| gptkbp:main_theme |
fear and courage.
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| gptkbp:motif |
dolls
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| gptkbp:narrative |
limited third-person.
linear. suspenseful and engaging. |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
first-person
engaging and suspenseful. |
| gptkbp:number_of_books |
short novel.
mystery is solved. |
| gptkbp:page_count |
144
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| gptkbp:plot |
A girl discovers a dollhouse that resembles her own home.
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| gptkbp:plot_twist |
unexpected supernatural events.
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| gptkbp:popularity |
well-known among children's books.
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| gptkbp:protagonist |
gptkb:Amy
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| gptkbp:published_in |
gptkb:1983
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| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Scholastic_Inc.
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| gptkbp:reader_demographic |
children.
children aged 8-12. |
| gptkbp:resolution |
Amy solves the mystery.
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| gptkbp:series |
standalone
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Iowa
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| gptkbp:setting_time |
gptkb:1980s
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
dollhouse represents hidden truths.
the dollhouse as a reflection of reality. |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
young readers
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:mystery
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| gptkbp:themes |
fear of the unknown.
the supernatural. the power of friendship. fear, courage, and mystery. |
| gptkbp:writing_style |
suspenseful.
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Ghost_of_Crutchfield_Hall
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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