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brendalovesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
I listened to this on audio, and it had different actors for the different characters, which was really fun. The story itself I thought was just okay.
book_concierge's review against another edition
4.0
This Newbery Honor book is for young adults, and deals with courage and being true to yourself. I think my 13-year-old niece would really like it.
snicf's review against another edition
4.0
*2024 Reread
Reading this again after over 10 years, I'm surprised about how much I remembered. There were certain scenes, like the one with the rat, that once it got going, I remember vividly reading for the first time. I also thought that the character growth for Miri was great and she is a great example that just because someone is young, doesn't mean that they don't understand certain things. Overall I think this is a classic and has an award for a reason.
Reading this again after over 10 years, I'm surprised about how much I remembered. There were certain scenes, like the one with the rat, that once it got going, I remember vividly reading for the first time. I also thought that the character growth for Miri was great and she is a great example that just because someone is young, doesn't mean that they don't understand certain things. Overall I think this is a classic and has an award for a reason.
smotzek's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
cutie little read, super quick! the characters are great and the plot is interesting and fast-paced. I remember loving this book as a kid and it held up now too!
chriscat12's review against another edition
2.0
No. I'm sorry, but no. I tried twice to read this book, but both times I was so bored. There is no real, engaging plot-heavy action until the last few chapters when the villains invade the school. I expected so much more from this book, even when I picked it up as a middle schooler. I know people who have liked it, so maybe it just wasn't for me, and I'm not saying don't read it, but for me it wasn't the best and was not, frankly, that interesting. The plot and the world building didn't do much for me.
evief_'s review against another edition
3.0
This book is a work of art. It's one of my go to "I'm bored." reads. Originally, I got my paperback copy from my old babysitter, who was always enthusiastic about my reading. I first read it in... 3rd grade, I think? I loved it, but didn't fully understand how genius the plot is. Now that I'm NOT in third grade, I can really appreciate this beautiful book, and how it works.
trappedinfandomland's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
pumpkem's review against another edition
4.0
Really great book, especially for any middle school readers. But this book is also an amazing read for all ages. It's a book that after reading, I had to buy. It was a page turner, and well worth the buy.
marieintheraw's review against another edition
4.0
I'm really bitter I didn't read this series when I was younger. Young Amber would have loved the crap out of this.
mazieb's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
0.5