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A review by chelsloukelly
A Place Called Perfect by Helena Duggan
3.0
3/5 Stars: ‘A Place Called Perfect’ (Book #1 of ‘Perfect’) by Helena Duggan.
→ Age Range: Middle Grade.
→ Genre: Mystery, Fantasy Horror.
→ Trigger Warnings: Minor Violence, Mind Control, Stereotyping.
In-depth Rating:
→ Plot: ★★★
→ Character Development: ★★★
→ Setting: ★★★★
→ Entertainment Level: ★★
→ Writing: ★★★
General Comments: Original and playful; for Children’s Fiction, the slow unravelling of secrets is solid and easy to digest. There is a rich gallery of subplots and backstories, that tie together well. It is quirky, creepy, and unforgettably adventurous; whilst being full of excitement, action, and suspense. At times, from the perspective of an adult, the language and writing felt repetitive, combined with a slow pace.
Favourite Quote: ‘Maybe tea was the answer to everything.’
Time Read: Seven Days.
→ Audiobook: No.
→ Audiobook Narrator: -
→ Age Range: Middle Grade.
→ Genre: Mystery, Fantasy Horror.
→ Trigger Warnings: Minor Violence, Mind Control, Stereotyping.
In-depth Rating:
→ Plot: ★★★
→ Character Development: ★★★
→ Setting: ★★★★
→ Entertainment Level: ★★
→ Writing: ★★★
General Comments: Original and playful; for Children’s Fiction, the slow unravelling of secrets is solid and easy to digest. There is a rich gallery of subplots and backstories, that tie together well. It is quirky, creepy, and unforgettably adventurous; whilst being full of excitement, action, and suspense. At times, from the perspective of an adult, the language and writing felt repetitive, combined with a slow pace.
Favourite Quote: ‘Maybe tea was the answer to everything.’
Time Read: Seven Days.
→ Audiobook: No.
→ Audiobook Narrator: -