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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
arian_dragonelf's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
lferneau's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading more of the series. I think I'll pick this for the Tween Book Club
xandra_lyn's review
adventurous
hopeful
informative
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Such a good story for any age! Exciting and super cool the way she used real life tech to imagine future tech in her book
One minor critique below...
The one part that was "weak" was when Cruz's feeling about being expelled for something he didn't do. It was his dream to go to this academy, and I felt he didn't show the appropriate amount of sadness for being expelled. But obviously he would be reinstated at the end, so that might be why the author didn't elaborate on how sad he was.
One minor critique below...
The one part that was "weak" was when Cruz's feeling about being expelled for something he didn't do. It was his dream to go to this academy, and I felt he didn't show the appropriate amount of sadness for being expelled. But obviously he would be reinstated at the end, so that might be why the author didn't elaborate on how sad he was.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent and Fire/Fire injury
His mom died in a fire before the book takes place.pnwajw's review against another edition
3.0
Fun adventure story. For those who liked 39 Clues, Trackers, Jack and the Geniuses, Nick of Time series.
alissabar's review against another edition
3.0
This came highly recommended by a third grader at my school. He loves this series and told me I must read it. :) I found it enjoyable and can see the appeal -- danger, adventure, cool technology. I liked the "Truth behind fiction" part at the back of the book that talks about the real life explorers, scientists, photographers and inventors and what technology is real as well.
maegan_b's review against another edition
5.0
This was a fabulous middle grade read! Can’t wait for the next installment!
booksandpops4000's review against another edition
4.0
*I got this book form the publisher for my honest thoughts*
I found this to super fun read. I thought it was much more realistic and science heavy version of 39 clues. This book def had a strong mix of adventure and mystery but also knowledge and history and science. I really loved the structure of this book and all the characters were just so much fun to read about. I really enjoyed the trio of characters that developed and am super excited to see how the ending and will effect the structure of the future books. I also loved how this book had so many pictures to accent the story. Readers who enjoyed 39 clues may like this if they looking for more of realistic story, should check it out! I am def going to read book 2!
I found this to super fun read. I thought it was much more realistic and science heavy version of 39 clues. This book def had a strong mix of adventure and mystery but also knowledge and history and science. I really loved the structure of this book and all the characters were just so much fun to read about. I really enjoyed the trio of characters that developed and am super excited to see how the ending and will effect the structure of the future books. I also loved how this book had so many pictures to accent the story. Readers who enjoyed 39 clues may like this if they looking for more of realistic story, should check it out! I am def going to read book 2!
siili's review against another edition
3.0
Ihan kelpo sisäoppilaitoksessa tapahtuva jännitys-/seikkailukirja, jossa on enemmän kuin tarpeeksi vaaroja. Tarina on tosin painotettu hieman epätasaisesti: alussa kaikkea kuvataan tarkasti ja yksityiskohtaisesti, mutta puolenvälin tienoilla tarinan vauhti alkaa kiihtymään entisestään ja lopulta juoni jää hieman rymistelyn jalkoihin. Plussaa hienosta värikuvituksesta sekä lopun pienestä tietopaketista, jossa esitellään mm. oikeita tutkijoita sekä keksintöjä, joista tarina on napannut itseensä inspiraatiota. 3,5 tähteä 3 tähteen.
bibliopaat's review against another edition
3.0
Simple, fun and fast going read.
Explorers academys first story reminds me somewhat of Harry Potter. No it doesnt have the magic you can smell from the book and there are no wizards but there is a killed parent, interesting new school with tasks that remind me of mazes and the road to philosophers stone. At points it was annoyingly cliché but then again it was sweet and fun. All in all enjoyable read but nothing special.
Explorers academys first story reminds me somewhat of Harry Potter. No it doesnt have the magic you can smell from the book and there are no wizards but there is a killed parent, interesting new school with tasks that remind me of mazes and the road to philosophers stone. At points it was annoyingly cliché but then again it was sweet and fun. All in all enjoyable read but nothing special.
bookish_princess's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a fun and educational middle grade adventure! Excited to see what the crew will get up to next and the mystery