The Garden of Lost Secrets by A.M. Howell

The Garden of Lost Secrets

A.M. Howell

304 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction childrens historical middle grade dark mysterious fast-paced
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October 1916. Clara is sent to stay with her formidable aunt and uncle in the grounds of a country estate. Clara soon discovers that her new surroundings hold secrets: a locked room and a hidden key and a mysterious boy who only appears in the gar...

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Community Reviews Summary of 110 reviews

Moods

mysterious 83%
adventurous 66%
hopeful 50%
emotional 41%
sad 41%
challenging 16%
informative 16%
reflective 16%
relaxing 16%
dark 8%
inspiring 8%
lighthearted 8%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 36%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 36% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 9% | N/A: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | N/A: 16% | It's complicated: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 18%

Average rating

3.6

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