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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
I enjoyed this book, certainly more than the second one. It had the appeal of pseudo-survival similar to the original Boxcar book, and there was a more interesting mystery-it was immediately solved and everything was completely apparent, but it was a mystery.
The second book really didn't have any of that. I'm really just re-reading these books to recapture a beloved series from my childhood-it's difficult to write a fair review writing this as an adult and not a second grader.
I recommend to those who have enjoyed previous books in the series, or to any who are looking for a good beginner's chapter book for a kid who enjoys adventures. After this, they should read Hatchet :)
The second book really didn't have any of that. I'm really just re-reading these books to recapture a beloved series from my childhood-it's difficult to write a fair review writing this as an adult and not a second grader.
I recommend to those who have enjoyed previous books in the series, or to any who are looking for a good beginner's chapter book for a kid who enjoys adventures. After this, they should read Hatchet :)
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A sweet (yet tragic) mystery. A fun adventure.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I needed something easy and distracting and this series certainly fits that bill. Amusing, but keep in mind the era in which it was written. You have to ignore the stereotype of the indigenous girl, poor Mrs. McGregor who seems just fine with having her missing husband move back in after 40 years, and whatever the problem with Violet is (is she ill?) that we constantly worry about her. I can see, however, how this series could still appeal to early readers.
Still thoroughly enjoying my trip down memory lane with the Alden children. The mysteries are predictable and uncomplicated but great for the age group.
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
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:
Yes