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tfarfan's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
scostner's review
3.0
Every time I read one of the 39 Clues books, I am amazed at all the cultural and historical details the authors weave into the story. This time Amy and Dan Cahill travel to: Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Their hunt involves facts about Marco Polo, medieval world maps, the theft of art by Nazis during WWII, Neuschwanstein Castle, Johannes Kepler, and Tycho Brahe.
The series reminds me of several famous books/movies for adults. There are the gadgets, computers, exotic locales, and the villains with their sinister organization that you might expect in a James Bond or Lara Croft adventure. Then you have the codes and historical references that are similar to what Robert Langdon deals with in Dan Brown's books, or the clues Nicholas Cage pieces together in the National Treasure films.
When you put it all together in one place you get a series with action, adventure, and mystery, plus the added bonus of the online game. It's a win-win situation.
The series reminds me of several famous books/movies for adults. There are the gadgets, computers, exotic locales, and the villains with their sinister organization that you might expect in a James Bond or Lara Croft adventure. Then you have the codes and historical references that are similar to what Robert Langdon deals with in Dan Brown's books, or the clues Nicholas Cage pieces together in the National Treasure films.
When you put it all together in one place you get a series with action, adventure, and mystery, plus the added bonus of the online game. It's a win-win situation.
aspygirlsmom_1995's review
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
gailpirl's review
4.0
Oh, my GOD, I'm speechless. AND the end was the best part.
*spoiler alert*
Their dad idn't dead! ONG!
*spoiler alert*
Their dad idn't dead! ONG!
friedatweehuysen's review
5.0
This series is turning out to be a brilliant caper! Dashing to and fro across Europe and America trying to find clues to save their families, Amy and Dan can never get a break! This story races away and I just can't wait for more!
wolverinefactor's review
3.0
Def. one of the better later novels. This series is all over the place. I imagine if it was made into a complete novel it would read like a teen da vinci code but instead we get a disjointed story telling in the hopes of milking more money from parents. Each twist feels like a way to try and get people to keep reading. If the library didnt get these I wouldn't even be bothering.
anjasshelf's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bhavya25's review
4.0
This book was so much fun. And it was darker. And it keeps getting interesting !
xxbritneyyyxx's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0