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3.83 AVERAGE
3.83 AVERAGE
I remember loving this book as a child. It was almost as good reading it again as an adult.
I wish I had read this as a child. I know I would have been into it. It's a heartfelt and intelligent story of friendship, imagination, and adventure. Published in 1967, it's a little bit dated - but only in that the kids are allowed to roam free without adult supervision in their urban neghborhood. Today's sheltered kids might be really jealous! There are some heavy parts involving the murder of a neighborhood girl and the way it impacts the characters's play, so I'd say this isn't for any kid under 9 or 10. But I do recommend it for kids who are into Egpyt or who want a good story of friendship and mystery.
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:
No
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism, Violence, Murder, Abandonment
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
The writing is solid. I really enjoyed the writing. The dialogue reflects the time in which the novel was written (somewhat dated) and the mystery is appropriate for younger readers (not very scary). It definitely opens to the door to further research both into Egyptian customs and culture as well as into the time period in which the novel was written.
I read this 2 years ago and I loved it. I think I'm going to read it again soon as a refresher, so I can write a more apt review. I remember loving the children and their game. I also loved the twists and turns of the plot.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-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:
No