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I picked up this book because of the cover artwork, but I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was! Easily the best Middle Grade book I've read this year (not counting my re-read of one of my childhood favorites). Can't wait to read future books by this author!

jacktardis's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

michellehenriereads's review

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5.0

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of The Prince of Nowhere.

I adored this middle grade fantasy. The first page sucked me in and didn't let go through the entire book. (I may have stayed up to midnight to finish it...)

Hassan's book masterfully weaves family secrets, a mystery, and twists together. The themes of friendship and family come through in a subtle and satisfying way. It's an adventure story that keeps you on your toes!

I loved how Roda and Ignis work together—fighting, arguing, making up, disagreeing again. It felt so authentic to real kids. Roda's admiration for Aunt Dora has shaped her life and gives her the strength to keep going! When she receives notes from an anonymous writer, her life changes with Ignis. And I'm sorry, but I will not tell you who "anonymous"is and spoil the fun of you finding out for yourself.

If I chose words to describe my experience reading, they would include: chill, unexpected, feathers, danger, home, stars, hidden, fast, creepy, friends, and family.

I hope you pick up this book! Kids are going to adore it and want more! (I want more too!)

danakinsw's review

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adventurous reflective sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

This book was pretty average. I got really attached to Roda and Ignis but i couldn’t have cared less about Aunt Dora and the Prince. Also i got very lost with all the time-travel stuff and i still feel really confused.

brandypainter's review

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5.0

10-12 year old me would have been obsessed with this. OBSESSED. It would have taken over my life, and it would have been all I wanted to think about. Adult me is going to keep thinking about it too just not as obsessively. The five stars are mostly for little me. I did have some reservations at the beginning. The dialogue felt a little forced and stiff, but this story is incredibly captivating with quite a few twists.

jthoms's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

lee_noel's review

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adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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