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A review by emmieanna
The Case of the Lighthouse Intruder by Kereen Getten
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
This was an exceptionally easy read, I would place at the younger end of middle grade (around 7-10 years old).
Set on an island off the coast of Jamaica, Fayson joins her estranged cousins during the holidays and soon learns of a case that needs solving, fulfilling her dream of being a secret agent/detective. She feels out of place with her cousins and their friends in their privileged lifestyle, and often wants to stand up for herself while also warring with the notion of being well behaved and doing her Mama proud. Ultimately, Fayson’s moral compass and superior detective skills prevail and all is right at the end.
I feel this is an important book for children to read, it challenges the way we view people, the concept of wealth vs happiness and highlights the importance of kindness and standing up for yourself. Fayson shows small signs of neurodiversity, even if this theme is not explored in the book, I feel children experiencing traits of autism and adhd could see themselves reflected in Fayson in small ways.
Overall, I would recommend this to young readers.
Set on an island off the coast of Jamaica, Fayson joins her estranged cousins during the holidays and soon learns of a case that needs solving, fulfilling her dream of being a secret agent/detective. She feels out of place with her cousins and their friends in their privileged lifestyle, and often wants to stand up for herself while also warring with the notion of being well behaved and doing her Mama proud. Ultimately, Fayson’s moral compass and superior detective skills prevail and all is right at the end.
I feel this is an important book for children to read, it challenges the way we view people, the concept of wealth vs happiness and highlights the importance of kindness and standing up for yourself. Fayson shows small signs of neurodiversity, even if this theme is not explored in the book, I feel children experiencing traits of autism and adhd could see themselves reflected in Fayson in small ways.
Overall, I would recommend this to young readers.