Reviews

The Demon Headmaster by Gillian Cross

luweebayy's review against another edition

3.0

Vaguely remembered the premise from the programme back in the day. Feel like it could’ve been more gripping and exciting, but then again it could’ve also have been much much worse.

louris_paige's review against another edition

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

nataliect13's review

4.0

I remember watching the TV adaptation as a kid and this book brought a lot of nostalga with it. I read it in about 2 and a half hours and found that I could enjoy the story even as an adult. I was going to donate this book after reading it. And although I probably won't feel the need to reread I am going to keep it on my bookshelves.

scaifea's review

4.0

A middle grade adventure about a girl with above-average smarts moving into a foster home with two boys who can't seem to stay out of trouble at their school. She's skeptical at first at their seemingly wild stories about how wicked the headmaster is, but she soon discovers the truth of it. They finally work together to discover what the evil man is up to and then try to come up with a plan to stop his insane plans.
A fun story with equally fun characters and a plot that would keep even reluctant young readers engaged. I'd definitely recommend this one to all sorts of kiddos.

debnanceatreaderbuzz's review

3.0

Dinah knows something is wrong as soon as she arrives in her new school. Everything is too orderly, and no one steps out of line. But what is going on?

This novel for early science fiction readers takes on issues of conformity and power and control.

A 1001 Children's Book You Must Read.