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overlap's review against another edition
4.0
the first time i read this series was over a decade ago and i remember anticipating each release. finally got around to this one and such a sweet end
annalieegk's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-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
4.0
tatjana's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
jgintrovertedreader's review
4.0
All questions about The Incorrigibles and their family history are answered in the sixth and final installment of the series.
I have listened to all of these books on audio and Katherine Kellgren's whole-hearted narration has kept me coming back. She threw everything she had into howling at the moon, singing songs, and giving voices to both the innocent and the bad guys. I realized that Katherine had passed away before finishing the series as I added this book to my shelves and I was crushed. Fiona Hardingham ably stepped in to fill the void and did a marvelous job while being true to her own, slightly more sedate style, but I missed Ms. Kellgren's spirited reading terribly. The author included a wonderful dedication to Katherine at the end that almost left me in tears.
That out of the way, I was so glad to finally wrap this mystery up! I truly enjoy reading about Penelope, Alexander, Beowulf, Cassiopeia, and company, but the series was about one book too long for me. Readers have had all the pieces of the puzzle in hand for a while, so it was just a matter of waiting for the characters to put it together. It was gratifying to watch them finally do that, even if there were a lot of unlikely coincidences. Still, the book is fun and written with tongue very much in cheek, so it doesn't expect to be taken too seriously. Middle grade readers and other fans of the series will be pleased with the ending, if a bit sad to leave these characters behind.
I have listened to all of these books on audio and Katherine Kellgren's whole-hearted narration has kept me coming back. She threw everything she had into howling at the moon, singing songs, and giving voices to both the innocent and the bad guys. I realized that Katherine had passed away before finishing the series as I added this book to my shelves and I was crushed. Fiona Hardingham ably stepped in to fill the void and did a marvelous job while being true to her own, slightly more sedate style, but I missed Ms. Kellgren's spirited reading terribly. The author included a wonderful dedication to Katherine at the end that almost left me in tears.
That out of the way, I was so glad to finally wrap this mystery up! I truly enjoy reading about Penelope, Alexander, Beowulf, Cassiopeia, and company, but the series was about one book too long for me. Readers have had all the pieces of the puzzle in hand for a while, so it was just a matter of waiting for the characters to put it together. It was gratifying to watch them finally do that, even if there were a lot of unlikely coincidences. Still, the book is fun and written with tongue very much in cheek, so it doesn't expect to be taken too seriously. Middle grade readers and other fans of the series will be pleased with the ending, if a bit sad to leave these characters behind.
cathyatratedreads's review against another edition
4.0
My 11-year-old and I read all these books aloud together, and we had a great time following the escapades of the Incorrigibles. They're just such clever books, filled with fun asides about the time and place (and some compared to how things are nowadays). We were thrilled when this last book finally came out and we could finish up the story. A satisfying ending.
jenniferreads2's review against another edition
5.0
Bravo. Well done. I am most happy to report that this series wraps up nicely and leaves no lose ends.
booksaremyfavorite's review against another edition
4.0
I can't help but be wooed by the cuteness of the Incorrigibles. A satisfying ending to the saga. So funny to read aloud. My almost 3-year-old could almost follow along to the audiobook, or at least didn't complain when it was on. This author is very good at "making things up."
sarahk24's review against another edition
5.0
These books were chefs kiss good! Enjoyable for those young and young at heart.
rat_girl_'s review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75