Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head by H.C. Chester, Lauren Oliver

Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head

The Curiosity House #1

H.C. Chester, Lauren Oliver

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fiction fantasy middle grade mystery mysterious fast-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy fast-paced, whimsical mysteries with a cast of eccentric characters and a touch of the supernatural, appealing to those who relish stories where young protagonists uncover dark secrets while navigating a quirky, magical world.

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What you will find in this book:– A rather attractive bearded lady– Several scandalous murders – A deliciously disgusting Amazonian shrunken head– Four extraordinary children with equally extraordinary abilities – A quite loquacious talking birdBl...

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Community Reviews

3.57
based on 426 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 86%

mysterious: 80%

funny: 46%

dark: 20%

lighthearted: 20%

tense: 20%

challenging: 13%

emotional: 13%

hopeful: 6%

inspiring: 6%

relaxing: 6%

Pace

62% of readers chose fast
31% of readers chose medium
6% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

54% of readers chose Plot
36% of readers chose A mix
9% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

30% of readers chose Yes
60% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

72% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
18% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

55% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
22% of readers chose No
11% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
40% of readers chose Complicated
10% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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