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This book should have started around chapter 2. The first chapter is pretty bad. I actually wrote this whole story off based on how bad it was and only came back to it again later. I see why it's in there — it's setting up the contrast between the protagonist's mundane beginnings and his adventures. But it does a weak job of even that. So just skip it.

The rest of the book is pretty ok! It's has like a lightweight atmosphere of "The Count of Monte Cristo" that doesn't take so long to read. A fun little adventure.

kaceyymair's review against another edition

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3.0

The first 50 pages and the last 50 pages were amazing - but in between it was a bit too descriptive and the fight scenes were a bit boring

zucaritas101's review against another edition

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5.0

I remembered hearing my mom talk about this book all growing up and only now did I decide to pick it up. It was different than I expected, but it was super interesting and engaging! There is adventure and intrigue and you come to really appreciate and respect the main character and hope for the best. I highly recommend this book, it isn't super long so should be a quick read.

evgeorge's review against another edition

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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? Yes

3.0

This is a fun read with lots of action, some humor and intrigue. I think I already knew too much about the story to fully enjoy every twist and turn but I did enjoy the ride.

lil_blue's review against another edition

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adventurous medium-paced

3.75

rachel_sf's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

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