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3.81 AVERAGE
3.81 AVERAGE
A lot of time travel here - and explanations. "Tell me everything from the beginning," several times, makes all characters (in all time periods) up to date, as well as the reader.
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Något som kan bli bättre?
- Ingenting, den är väldigt spännande! 6/5 Stjärnor.
- Ingenting, den är väldigt spännande! 6/5 Stjärnor.
Kate's mother entrusted Kate with her two younger siblings. Kate was four years old. Flash forward ten years where the three siblings are shipped off to yet another orphanage. The eldest, Kate, desires to keep her family together. Michael continues to explore the world of dwarfs through a book from his father. Emma, the youngest, picks a fight with, well, anyone who crosses her. Their goal as a family is to remain together until their parents find them.
Cambridge Falls is their new location. They meet the adults of the orphanage Miss Sallow, Abraham and Dr. Stanislaus Pym. They explore their new home and find a blank book with an emerald cover. By sticking an old photo in the pages they are transported through time: Cambridge Falls in the past. New and ancient characters come to play - the Countess, Screechers, the Secretary and creatures from the mountain.
Stephans creates a fabulous fantasy novel. It's reminiscent of Lord of the Rings trilogy with magic, creatures and the hunt for a prized possession. Other reviewers comment about elements similar to Harry Potter and the Chronicles of Narnia. It was very compelling read. The next book cannot come soon enough.
Jim Dale returns to read this new trilogy. He's a solid reader for such a fantastical tale. I hope the publishers will continue using Dale for the next installments.
Cambridge Falls is their new location. They meet the adults of the orphanage Miss Sallow, Abraham and Dr. Stanislaus Pym. They explore their new home and find a blank book with an emerald cover. By sticking an old photo in the pages they are transported through time: Cambridge Falls in the past. New and ancient characters come to play - the Countess, Screechers, the Secretary and creatures from the mountain.
Stephans creates a fabulous fantasy novel. It's reminiscent of Lord of the Rings trilogy with magic, creatures and the hunt for a prized possession. Other reviewers comment about elements similar to Harry Potter and the Chronicles of Narnia. It was very compelling read. The next book cannot come soon enough.
Jim Dale returns to read this new trilogy. He's a solid reader for such a fantastical tale. I hope the publishers will continue using Dale for the next installments.
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The only thing I didn’t enjoy about this book was how committed Emma was to being rude to anyone and everyone (apart from Gabriel) that she came across. It got tiring very quickly and her character wasn’t developed at all.
Also, not making Gabriel their father was an odd decision considering how much his relationship with Emma was talked about throughout the entire thing. I was convinced it would be him!
Also, not making Gabriel their father was an odd decision considering how much his relationship with Emma was talked about throughout the entire thing. I was convinced it would be him!
I really liked this book, so much so that I immediately got the second upon finishing the first. Stephens's story is a mixture of Snicket's orphans and Harry Potter's magic. The characters are dark but hopeful (creative and charming). The villains are super villainy and the monsters gross.
I can't wait to find out what happens to Kate, Michael and Emma.
PS. I listened to this book, read by Jim Dale, and continue to be amazed at his skill.
I can't wait to find out what happens to Kate, Michael and Emma.
PS. I listened to this book, read by Jim Dale, and continue to be amazed at his skill.
ahhh it's so good !!!! honestly one of the best, if not the best, middle grade book I've ever read!! did I say it's soo good it's so good. the relationship between all the siblings and how all of them get their moment to shine and the way they compliment each other and how they each have their own strong suits and flaws :'))).
also dilf Gabriel need I say more.
I was spoiled abt the dire magnus cos I wanted to make a pinterest board is this dude a child looking why do they ship him and my girl Kate?? will have to read the rest of the series to have these questions answered!!
every time the secretary came on they reminded me of the mosquito looking mf from soul eater.
also dilf Gabriel need I say more.
I was spoiled abt the dire magnus cos I wanted to make a pinterest board is this dude a child looking why do they ship him and my girl Kate?? will have to read the rest of the series to have these questions answered!!
every time the secretary came on they reminded me of the mosquito looking mf from soul eater.
There's this habit in books depicting kids to sort of casually avoid certain topics. Which topics depends on what's already being addressed, like there's a limit on the number of "serious" subjects that can be tackled in a kid's book.
This book pulls no punches. Attachment, self-worth, responsibility, obedience, resentment - it's all there, and I think it makes a stronger story for all that.
10/10, will read again.
This book pulls no punches. Attachment, self-worth, responsibility, obedience, resentment - it's all there, and I think it makes a stronger story for all that.
10/10, will read again.
Wonderful story about 3 children and their magical adventures. I can't wait for the sequel