The novel was written over a period of nine years and has been well received by critics, who have praised its lighthearted and humorous style of social criticism.

Perhaps this lighthearted style of protest in large numbers makes us feel safe enough to bring out our inner rebels.

The development staff studied all the drawings Toriyama made for the game and tried to be as faithful to his lighthearted style as possible.

At times, Captain Nemo reflects the influence of the 1970s environmental movement, but the sometimes serious attempts to convey environmentalist themes are softened by its lighthearted style.

Tami Dean integrates gold and silver with semiprecious stones in her dangling earrings, a lighthearted and festive style.

Written in a lighthearted style, "Kitchen Privileges" is a recollection of interesting moments in a writer's life rather than a reflection on their meaning.

Weyland now has a trilogy of books based on the characters and has written other novels in his lighthearted humorous style.

Many shows continued the lighthearted song-and-dance style of their 1920s predecessors.

Their lighthearted style is evident in the whimsical surroundings.

Indy's lighthearted style complements NASCRAG's humorous adventures.