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brandypainter's review against another edition
3.0
Kids who get part time jobs working at a farm for extinct animals have many adventures. How cute is that? This is one of those zany madcap short fantasy adventures perfect for kids transitioning from early chapter books to MG novels. It isn't my particular cup of tea, but it is perfect for its target audience and a definite must have for elementary libraries. Every kid who loves books about animals will gobble this up.
justineduhart's review against another edition
3.0
The Extincts was an enjoyable read but after laughing genuinely in the first chapter, I wasn't really struck by the humour of the book. The plot was a bit too much with all the legendary/magical creatures and though the story was fast-paced, the repetitive scheme made it drag on most times.
The characters were sweet and flamboyant, but sometimes far too cliché.
A good read but not as fun as I expected it to be in from the first pages.
The characters were sweet and flamboyant, but sometimes far too cliché.
A good read but not as fun as I expected it to be in from the first pages.
tylerburden's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
mrsthrift's review against another edition
I read this book out loud to my kids. They are 8 year old twins.
They loved it.
I personally feel that I’m ready to move to Womestall Farm. What a delight.
They loved it.
I personally feel that I’m ready to move to Womestall Farm. What a delight.
mckenzierichardson's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this up from the Little Free Lending Library, because I liked the cover. I am so glad I did. This is such a fantastic idea for a story. I loved this book.
I really enjoyed Cossanteli's writing. It was humorous and easy to relate to. She did a very good job of expressing George's character.
The plot was a bit slow in the beginning, but the world-building was fantastic so the book was never dull.
I love how Cossanteli incorporated extinct and mythical animals into the story as well as fairy tale elements such as the evil step-mother.
Awesome read. It is quite the adventure.
I really enjoyed Cossanteli's writing. It was humorous and easy to relate to. She did a very good job of expressing George's character.
The plot was a bit slow in the beginning, but the world-building was fantastic so the book was never dull.
I love how Cossanteli incorporated extinct and mythical animals into the story as well as fairy tale elements such as the evil step-mother.
Awesome read. It is quite the adventure.
fernandie's review against another edition
3.0
Note: I received a digital review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
erine's review against another edition
4.0
This reminded me in some ways of The Thief of Always. The sense of humor here is a little sharper.
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