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In Too Deep by Jude Watson

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artemiszthegutter's review

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adventurous challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

leahfred's review against another edition

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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? It's complicated

4.0

I would have loved this series as a kid because of the global adventure and intrigue, but as an adult it definitely feels like a light version of a book like Da Vinci Code. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but where some kids books are filled with heart and truth and don't feel like they are lessened because they are written for young readers, this style of book just doesn't hold up. The storyline progressed nicely, but knowing that there are dozens of other books in the series let me know going in that not much of true substance would happen here, even with the revelations about the night of their parents' murder. Recommended for kids!

alidottie's review

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3.0

3 and a half. I actually think the Jude Watson parts of the story line are the ones I enjoy the most.

vidyasur's review

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fast-paced

5.0

stirlingluci's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious 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? Yes

3.5

kitsuneheart's review

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4.0

Woah. The stakes finally got higher. Dan and Amy continue their search for the 39 clues, but another mystery has been presented: were the deaths of their parents the result of an accidental fire...or an intentional one? Amy begins to recall details of that night, straining her relationship with her brother. But the relationship between the siblings and their au pair also begins to be tested, as the Cahill children start to realize that Nellie is a bit better prepared for this adventure than any young woman really should be.

I'm always surprised at the consistent interest I have in this series. It's basically just National Treasure for kids, but it's well-written from author to author, and I do appreciate that they don't hide the real author under a pseudonym (I'm looking at you, Warriors). They're quick and simple, but the plot keeps moving, so even adults are going to wonder what happens next.