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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
This is perfect for what it is--a series about a 14 year old James Bond, with all of the bad guys, explosions, death-defying stunts, and piranha tanks--without the sex/romance. Don't expect any depth, subtlety, or realism. It's not believable in any way. But your reluctant reader will gobble this up.
This is one of the series' that I am willing to wait for the next book. This book is very intertaining and is good for people that like danger and intrigue.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This was a good read and I liked the main character. I'll probably read the next one and will definitely recommend that Elise reads it, too.
11 year old Jessica probably would've given this 5 stars. Adult Jessica still enjoyed it, but didn't rate it quite so highly. ;)
If I were a 14 year old boy (which I am not!), I would give this book 5 stars. Who could resist the allure of reading about a smart, wily, well intentioned 14 year old invited by M5 to become a spy?
Nifty tools, dangerous circumstances that Alex figured out on his own: the action is fast, the writing is terrific!
Nifty tools, dangerous circumstances that Alex figured out on his own: the action is fast, the writing is terrific!
Stormbreaker was another book on my #MustReadin2019 list. The Alex Rider series is wildly popular around the world with 14 novels in the series, some prequels, and some additional supplementary books on the market. And now I know why the fandom is so large among teens, tweens, and young adults. Alex is only 14 years old when he loses his uncle, Ian Rider (who just so happens to be his only guardian). Shortly after his uncle’s death, Alex discovers his uncle was a legit spy. This realization turns his world upside down. And, as luck would have it, Alex is now lured into the business to help finish what Uncle Ian started. This was very fast-paced and hard to put down. I read some chapters and listened to others on audiobook and one thing I found interesting was the obvious differences between the audiobook and the book. For example, in one they said “hairdresser” while in the other it said “oral hygienist.” Or the person would answer “no” in one book while saying “of course” in another. Or it was “two weeks” in one edition, but “eleven days” in another. There were numerous differences and entire sentences or sections eliminated from one edition, so it was interesting to see how the story had been edited over the years. In any case, it was an exciting adventure and I’ll continue with the series.
My dad passed away very unexpectedly on August 31st of 2012 and about a week or two before his passing, he and my mom took a vacation to the Texas coast to relax with my aunt and uncle at their beach house. It was during that trip that my dad and mom began reading the Alex Rider series. Mom said that dad was flying through the books and she could barely keep up. After the funeral, my mom sent me back home with the series. Then this year, my 14 year old son said I HAVE to read them because he loves them so much. So this week was a good beginning. I miss my dad so much, but it brings me some comfort to be enjoying books that he enjoyed. ❤
For more children's literature, middle grade literature, and YA literature reviews, feel free to visit my personal blog at The Miller Memo!
My dad passed away very unexpectedly on August 31st of 2012 and about a week or two before his passing, he and my mom took a vacation to the Texas coast to relax with my aunt and uncle at their beach house. It was during that trip that my dad and mom began reading the Alex Rider series. Mom said that dad was flying through the books and she could barely keep up. After the funeral, my mom sent me back home with the series. Then this year, my 14 year old son said I HAVE to read them because he loves them so much. So this week was a good beginning. I miss my dad so much, but it brings me some comfort to be enjoying books that he enjoyed. ❤
For more children's literature, middle grade literature, and YA literature reviews, feel free to visit my personal blog at The Miller Memo!
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Not bad. Had some interesting moments. Not that bad-written. It is OK. Just OK.
