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The Smugglers' Secret by Elly Griffiths

mehsi's review against another edition

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5.0

A new Justice Jones and this time she is back at the boarding school and there is going to be a big mystery again! I just loved seeing her back at the school and see all the new activities (a play, some sort of community service which turned out very fun for Justice, cross-country runs and that Justice finally found something to love). We have new teachers and of course I was immediately suspicion of matron and was eager to find out more about her (though I hadn't though it was THAT). There is a murder (of course), there is a smugglers mystery, and plenty more. I just love Justice and love how smart she is. I cannot wait for the next Justice Jones book! I need more!

bookymac95's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging informative lighthearted mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

joyfulbookcorner's review against another edition

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adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced

4.0

jeppe's review against another edition

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4.0

God forsættelse

abookishgirl's review against another edition

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3.0

3.5 stars, always enjoyable and I'll definitely read the next one!

srinika's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

lisaarnsdorf's review against another edition

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5.0

Even better than the first one! I loved how Justice's relationships at school developed. Fun mystery! Who doesn't love a good secret passage / tunnel?! I even loved the ending, which went beyond the solve to wrap up the school term for Justice. I'm looking forward to more in this series, and can't wait to read them to my kids!

bookhamster88's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious 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

5.0

han_cat's review against another edition

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2.0

Enjoyed the last third but overall preferred the first Justice book. In comparison this one felt rather re-cappy and simplified. But I love Justice as a character and can't wait for further adventures.
I'm also an adult and not the intended audience!
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