Reviews

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg

lauraborkpower's review against another edition

5.0

I adored this book when I was a kid. What kid doesn't dream of running away and spending the night in the museum? So cool.

jollyjord's review against another edition

adventurous emotional lighthearted

2.5

jenmangler's review against another edition

3.0

I should have read this book when I was a kid. My adult self liked the book, but I'm quite certain my 4th or 5th grade self would have absolutely adored reading about Claudia & Jamie's adventures in the museum.

jade's review against another edition

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious relaxing slow-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

3.5

emakay's review against another edition

adventurous funny fast-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? Yes

3.75

scastricato1's review against another edition

5.0

Such a great book. The plot is already so fun with the two children, Jamie and Claudia, running away and living in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Then, these kids themselves are so funny and they have such a great sibling dynamic.

thenovelbook's review against another edition

5.0

If you've never read this book, or you haven't read it since you were 10 or 11... well, it REALLY holds up.

Set in 1967 New York, it builds around its youthful characters an atmosphere that almost feels like an alternate universe. Delightful book. The writing is so nimble that I'm sure I didn't fully appreciate it when I read it as a child. Definitely a nice payoff to reading it as an adult.

tamikie's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

I forgot how much I use to love books like this. When I was growing up I use to live a book called Nancy and Plum. This was a similar vibe. Just wholesome and goofy and truly kid centered.

reeby10's review against another edition

lighthearted reflective slow-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

jenilee87's review against another edition

adventurous funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0