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mehsi's review against another edition
4.0
The second book in the series and this time Suzy has to save Trollville from ABSOLUTE destruction!
This time I decided to read this one in English and this time it worked! YAY! No need to wait for the Dutch version for me. dances
Just like the other book in the series I will do a good/not so good.
GOOD:
-We are back in this amazing world and I just loved reading about Trollville, and various other new places that they visited in their quest to save Trollville.
-Suzy is back and this time she is all up to date with how a postie works. I loved that she read the guide so much that she can now quote things out of it.
-I loved seeing the new train with still some old heart in it. I had a big laugh that socks kept disappearing right off people’s feet when the train accelerated to a high speed. Thankfully the crew had plenty of socks left to grab when socks disappeared.
-I loved reading that Suzy took her physics to a new level, this time some imagination. I am glad that her parents did agree with her and were on her side, that made me so happy.
-I loved that we had two POVs, though of course Suzy was still my favourite.
-Fun illustrations that made the story come further alive!
-Cloudwright was just an amazing place with amazing things happening. I would love to visit that one for real.
-I loved the name of the person they meet in Cloudwright, such a fitting name, Cirrus.
-I loved the villain, he was perfectly villainous, and creepy. The author did a great job at writing him.
-I had a big big laugh at the beginning of the story when Suzy was talking to her parents and in the mean time looking at the time. And then plop her parents fell asleep.
This time I decided to read this one in English and this time it worked! YAY! No need to wait for the Dutch version for me. dances
Just like the other book in the series I will do a good/not so good.
GOOD:
-We are back in this amazing world and I just loved reading about Trollville, and various other new places that they visited in their quest to save Trollville.
-Suzy is back and this time she is all up to date with how a postie works. I loved that she read the guide so much that she can now quote things out of it.
-I loved seeing the new train with still some old heart in it. I had a big laugh that socks kept disappearing right off people’s feet when the train accelerated to a high speed. Thankfully the crew had plenty of socks left to grab when socks disappeared.
-I loved reading that Suzy took her physics to a new level, this time some imagination. I am glad that her parents did agree with her and were on her side, that made me so happy.
-I loved that we had two POVs, though of course Suzy was still my favourite.
-Fun illustrations that made the story come further alive!
-Cloudwright was just an amazing place with amazing things happening. I would love to visit that one for real.
-I loved the name of the person they meet in Cloudwright, such a fitting name, Cirrus.
-I loved the villain, he was perfectly villainous, and creepy. The author did a great job at writing him.
-I had a big big laugh at the beginning of the story when Suzy was talking to her parents and in the mean time looking at the time. And then plop her parents fell asleep.
alongreader's review
4.0
Suzy and her friends are back on the Impossible Postal Express, but something is rotten at the heart of Trollville. Their mission to save it will take them to amazing new worlds and gain them new allies and enemies.
The first book in this series suffered badly from 'everyone but Hero knows what's happening and they won't tell her.' This one is much better. With Suzy settled in better, people are much happier to give her the information she needs.
The characters are great, too. I love Fredrick's evolution, and several other characters are better explored this time around as well. The series is building up an enjoyable mythology, and it could keep going for a long time yet.
This'll be a popular choice this Christmas.
The first book in this series suffered badly from 'everyone but Hero knows what's happening and they won't tell her.' This one is much better. With Suzy settled in better, people are much happier to give her the information she needs.
The characters are great, too. I love Fredrick's evolution, and several other characters are better explored this time around as well. The series is building up an enjoyable mythology, and it could keep going for a long time yet.
This'll be a popular choice this Christmas.
chrstn's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
ashleyfuhr's review
3.0
Another great adventure with Suzy and the gang! The best part of the second book in a fantasy series is that you can skip the world and character building to get right to the story. Suzy is invited back to the world of impossible places to celebrate the rebuilding of the Express. Suzy isn’t back for long when an earthquake strikes Trollville. In an effort to help, they soon discover that someone is out to steal a treasure hidden beneath the city, and the earthquake is actually the work of a drill! Racing all over the impossible places to figure out who is behind the evil plot (that will soon destroy Trollville), we are introduced to friends (and enemies) both old and new, and each new revelation will keep you guessing! This is a fun book with vivid imagery, and a unique story line that will keep kids engaged. Pick up the first two books for that special kid in your life. They’ll love them! Bell leaves you with an ultimate teaser that has me ready for book number 3!
I was given an early copy of this manuscript through NetGalley for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I was given an early copy of this manuscript through NetGalley for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
gemmaduds's review against another edition
4.0
Suzy’s adventures in the Impossible Places continue, when a great earthquake shakes up Trollville.
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‘The Great Brain Robbery’ is the 2nd book in P. G. Bell’s wonderful series. I absolutely adore the messaging in his books. Suzy is a strong female protagonist - a postie on another perilous mission in a fabulous, magical world with her troll friends.
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As good as the first book, and perfect for young readers looking for a new series to fall into.
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‘The Great Brain Robbery’ is the 2nd book in P. G. Bell’s wonderful series. I absolutely adore the messaging in his books. Suzy is a strong female protagonist - a postie on another perilous mission in a fabulous, magical world with her troll friends.
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As good as the first book, and perfect for young readers looking for a new series to fall into.
bestdressedbookworm's review against another edition
1.0
DNFd
this series is just not for me, nothing wrong with it i just think its on the really young side of Middle Grade and just too immature for my taste
this series is just not for me, nothing wrong with it i just think its on the really young side of Middle Grade and just too immature for my taste
chelcey_bun's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
beckythebibliophile's review
4.0
Excellent.
Not sure it quite lived up to the first adventure but still engaging enough to make me want to read more!
Bring on Suzy's next adventure!
Not sure it quite lived up to the first adventure but still engaging enough to make me want to read more!
Bring on Suzy's next adventure!