howifeelaboutbooks 's review for:

Greenglass House by Kate Milford

4.0

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Interesting book with an intriguing cast of characters who come to stay at an inn right before Christmas, when it is usually just the innkeeper’s family. A mystery is unraveled when thefts occur, but with every guest hiding so many secrets, young Milo isn’t sure how he’ll be able to solve anything. Until the cook’s daughter, who has also come to stay due to the bad weather, helps him find a secret self thanks to role-playing games she’s a fan of. A nice twist at the end. I can see this being a great book for kids. It’s beautifully written but not too bogged down in description. I think the game descriptions and mystery will hook reluctant readers.