Take a photo of a barcode or cover
4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
A fun and spectacular read. I read this in fourth or fifth or fifth grade and have read it again and again ever since, and I will continue to even if it's considered a middle grade book. This book made me want to eat all the chocolate and other candy it described so well and I loved the characters.
This candy factory is impossible in a much more realistic fashion than Willy Wonka's. Instead of an army of Oompa Loompas we've got one lady in a room by herself pulling taffy. I just have to wonder how much candy the factory can possibly be making due to its limited resources and labor.
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Loved this book! My life revolves around sweets, and this was just the book to quench my thirst for a great book. Exquisite detail, surprises around every corner. Definitely recommend this book!
I totally agree with Ty. AWESOME! I couldn't put it down
So, I'm guessing the pitch for this book was [b:Charlie and the Chocolate Factory|6310|Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie Bucket, #1)|Roald Dahl|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1309211401s/6310.jpg|2765786] meets [b:The Westing Game|902|The Westing Game|Ellen Raskin|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1356850909s/902.jpg|869832] meets Rashomon. There are four kids in a candy factory for a candy-making competition. As the same story is told from each kid's perspective, the readers learns a bit more about what is really going on.
None of the reveals were particularly surprising to me, but I think for a kid in the age group this is meant for, they would be. I also think a kid who was able to figure out what was going on would think it was cool rather than predictable.
This book was a ton of fun. I don't read a lot of middle grade, but I really enjoyed this, especially all the descriptions of candy.
None of the reveals were particularly surprising to me, but I think for a kid in the age group this is meant for, they would be. I also think a kid who was able to figure out what was going on would think it was cool rather than predictable.
This book was a ton of fun. I don't read a lot of middle grade, but I really enjoyed this, especially all the descriptions of candy.
I loved this book! It gives you information bit by bit, surprising you at every turn if a page!!! This is a good book about friendship and life! I would recommend it for children! :)