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molliebrarian's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Didn't hate it but didn't super like it either. I think my tweens will enjoy it at least, and there are some good discussions to be had from it. I didn't care for the ending.
kimily's review against another edition
5.0
It has been a very long time since I've read a chapter book as compelling, yet as fun, as Inkling. The characters breathe, and the story is thoughtful, touching, and funny. This is the first novel I've read by Kenneth Oppel, and I wonder how he hasn't been on my radar before, because he has some serious chops. I look forward to reading more of his work.
This book was provided to me free of charge. My review is given voluntarily.
This book was provided to me free of charge. My review is given voluntarily.
celevstial's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
thewrappedupreader's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
belleoftheb00ks's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
3.5
victoria_payson's review against another edition
5.0
With beautiful artwork and an original yet relatable story, I devoured this tale in a day with creative images flooding my soul- truly a must read!
aimeepauls99's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.5
toryhallelujah's review against another edition
3.0
Didn't like this one as much as Nest (I was hoping for more of Nest's creepiness), and as for descriptions of depression caged in middle-years storylines, The Science of Breakable Things did a much more empathetic job than this. The dad was much more frustrating than he was sympathetic, despite what we knew he must be going through. What a fun tribute to some lovely kids' lit Inkling is, though! Great rising action and a satisfying conclusion.
skundrik87's review against another edition
3.0
Did not really grab me which was what I would have expected from this author.