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rjdenney's review against another edition
5 FREAKING STARS!!!
This was such an awesome and fun read and I want a copy for my shelf now. I'm pretty sure this is a contender for my favorite book of 2019. It was equal parts spooky and whimsical, like Goosebumps meets The Spiderwick Chronicles so you know I LOVED this. I felt a deep connection to Alex because we're basically the same person, it was almost eerie reading about him because I felt like the author was writing about my as a young kid. I can't wait to see the Netflix movie when it comes out, I just hope they don't try to make it too "kiddy", I want to see all the dark moments from this book brought to life on screen. If you're looking for a fun, spooky, and pretty dark read, pick this one up now. - Richard
This was such an awesome and fun read and I want a copy for my shelf now. I'm pretty sure this is a contender for my favorite book of 2019. It was equal parts spooky and whimsical, like Goosebumps meets The Spiderwick Chronicles so you know I LOVED this. I felt a deep connection to Alex because we're basically the same person, it was almost eerie reading about him because I felt like the author was writing about my as a young kid. I can't wait to see the Netflix movie when it comes out, I just hope they don't try to make it too "kiddy", I want to see all the dark moments from this book brought to life on screen. If you're looking for a fun, spooky, and pretty dark read, pick this one up now. - Richard
honeybeeg's review
4.0
This was such a captivating theme that spun classic stories in themes in a new and exciting way.
looloolibby's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
lmh5235's review
3.0
Anti-climactic ending and very basic writing. It didn't captivate my attention.
witchykind's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mirkwoodmaiden421's review
4.0
It is so hard to find words to describe this story. I enjoyed every heart-pounding minute of it, and every shiver it sent down my spine. I'm writing this review at 2 a.m., and I don't know how much sleep I'll get tonight
nique's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
3.75
kinda bad-ass for a middle-grade book. definitely going to read the sequel