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This is a discussion topic for the November 2024 Book of the Month, ""Dumb" Orphans: The Bundu Bunch Trilogy" by Allan Low

What do you think of the character development in "Dumb" Orphans: The Bundu Bunch Trilogy by Allan Low?

While I enjoyed the story, especially the first book, I didn't feel the characters seemed real or well-developed. Although the book described the different characters and we learnt about their talents and strengths, they still seemed quite one-dimensional.

I just finished reading the first story and although the characters were not given much scope or detailed information but whatever was written about each character was enough to enjoy the story and root for them.

I agree with both of the comments posted that the character development was weak, but considering that the recommended reading age is 8-18, I think the lack of development is acceptable.

I don't think character development could be a factor here. I think the desired effect is the effect of the course of events so that the reader can understand their impact on the characters. Or this is what I felt while reading part of the book.

I really liked that each character seemed to have strengths and that they supported each other but I wished there was more on how they developed their skills or what steered them to that passion. Whether it be animals or engineering. I think it would have given more character depth.

I wish that Elah had gotten more development than she did. The whole book she felt unfulfilled and unloved compared to the Bundu Bunch, and then at the end, all she got was "Oh yeah, tell Elah I'm proud of her by the way" from Aiyasha. I feel like she didn't really get to achieve her goals the way the rest of the characters did.

Overall the characters development was exceptional. I liked how the author gave proper background stories so readers wouldn't get lost of the book's overall plot.

Overall, a pretty good fictional book. I loves the book's overall plot. I like the way the author fantastically developed the characters and gave proper background stories.

Overall, a pretty good fictional book. I loves the book's overall plot. I like the way the author fantastically developed the characters and gave proper background stories.

Diana Lowery wrote: ↑04 Nov 2024, 13:28 I agree with both of the comments posted that the character development was weak, but considering that the recommended reading age is 8-18, I think the lack of development is acceptable.

I agree with you!

Aiyasha and Elah developed a little bit, and so did Samu. The Bundu Bunch were pigeonholed into their childhood interests. This seemed like "enough" for the targeted audience. If each orphan went on a developmental journey the books would have been too long.

I felt the character development was appropriate for a children’s book, but considering that the book is probably more suitable for older children, maybe the characters could have further development.

As a children's book, I feel the character development was appropriate. While it was a bit unrealistic from an adult point of view, children need and love "larger-than-life" characters to be their heroes to look up to.

I found the book was just right for all age groups. Keeping in mind that the book is intended for a young audience, the character development was just right.

Catherine Sweet wrote: ↑04 Nov 2024, 11:20 While I enjoyed the story, especially the first book, I didn't feel the characters seemed real or well-developed. Although the book described the different characters and we learnt about their talents and strengths, they still seemed quite one-dimensional.

That's so disappointing! It is very upsetting when the story has some real potential but there is something very obvious that is lacking.