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cashburn's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
benlc's review
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
My rating is very subjective, I think this book would appeal more to a specific type of person.This would be a great book for a kid who likes to learn, or anyone who likes puzzles.
I say puzzles more than mysteries, because although the plot follows a mystery, it doesn’t get solved so much as fall in their lap.
Basically things happen, and the characters just notice them instead of really problem solving, until the very end. For myself who enjoys more plot and character focus, I wasn’t as satisfied with how things were revealed. It’s basically just a list of clues that are not explained until the very end.
The end was exciting, and I did learn something about art!
I say puzzles more than mysteries, because although the plot follows a mystery, it doesn’t get solved so much as fall in their lap.
Basically things happen, and the characters just notice them instead of really problem solving, until the very end. For myself who enjoys more plot and character focus, I wasn’t as satisfied with how things were revealed. It’s basically just a list of clues that are not explained until the very end.
The end was exciting, and I did learn something about art!
seekingserenity's review
adventurous
mysterious
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
5.0
i read this for the first time in elementary school and still love it at 28 years old! the characters are quirky and find solace in each other. their unique way of thinking helps them solve the mystery of a lifetime and their bravery as 11 year olds is so enticing to read.from the first chapter i was reminded why this book has stayed in my mind for 2 decades. it really hooks you in and has interactive mysteries to solve as the reader. i think all elementary school kids should read this to foster a love of reading.
gaviaroma's review
challenging
informative
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
dorians_library's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
fachrinaa's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
x_librarian's review
4.0
Fabulous! I loved the puzzle hidden in the illustrations and I loved the way coincidences were more than just random events and all the real facts that were woven into the tale.
natnurdock's review against another edition
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Kidnapping
Minor: Blood and Child abuse