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novelyon's review
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
bookladykd's review against another edition
3.0
Meh. My 10-year-old really liked this, but I found it formulaic and the characters woefully underdeveloped. Nice concept, but I think I'll hold out to see if the sequel is better before I buy a copy for my school library.
alanahcw's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
A fun story! For an adult reading, it had issues, but I would definitely recommend it to kids who love a good space/friendship adventure.
A fun story! For an adult reading, it had issues, but I would definitely recommend it to kids who love a good space/friendship adventure.
ginalyn's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
This was so good. I loved every second. It was witty and clever. I loved the intelligence displayed while still being easy to read and light hearted. I think this is the best Middle Grade Sci-Fi you could find. It creates such a fun world that is well rounded but not so overly explained you get bored. It creates some of the best actions scenes I read with witty banter and creative solutions. I never knew what was gonna happen and I loved every second of it.
theybedax's review
4.0
This was super cute and full of so much action! Elara and her band of friends are a very interesting mix and I can't wait to read more! I appreciate how this book talks about doing no harm is the most important thing you can live by.
bookbrig's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
Sweet, funny, adventure, and I loved all the aliens. It's a little predictable, but with the intended audience I don't think that will be much of an issue. [Also, the school felt a bit like a younger, sci-fi Hogwarts, which might be an easy way to sell it.]
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