kittyboba's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
frahorus's review against another edition
3.0
Della Lindgren ho letto il celebre [b:Pippi Calzelunghe|468982|Pippi Calzelunghe|Astrid Lindgren|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1313673682l/468982._SX50_.jpg|2056462] e questo altro romanzo ha di nuovo come protagonisti dei bambini, il cui protagonista è un aspirante investigatore. L'autrice è brava a narrarci storie con protagonisti dei bambini che vivono mille avventure, e devo dire che anche questo romanzo è scritto bene e addirittura prende pure una piega quasi gialla, visto che ci sarà davvero da investigare e da trovare dei colpevoli. Se siete degli appassionati del genere ve lo consiglio, anche per leggere qualcosa di più leggero dopo un romanzo bello tosto.
reettis's review against another edition
5.0
Oh, this was so wonderfull. Astrid Lindgren just has to be one of the most talented writers ever! All her books are fantastic, and they are also very different from each other. It's like she developed a whole new style of writing for every book. But there are similarities too. Every book contains an immense amount of magic.
In this book, there is summer. The endless, hot, adventurous summer, just like all the summers were when I was a kid. There are six children, best friends, but also rivalries in the exciting game called "war of roses". And it's the game that takes these kids climbing on rooftops, chasing each other through the town and talking in secret languages. And unfortunately, stumbling on murder victims. Is that when the adventure really starts? Or is it just when it suddenly gets more serious? There are some darker tones in the story as well, some very sad moments. But this would not be a book from Astrid Lindgren if it didn't always keep up a positive, encouraging, loving attitude towards life. There is, of course, a happy ending. And still a few days of summer holidays left to enjoy!
This is a children's book, but very enjoyable for adults as well. It's funny, it's heartwarming, it's a pure celebration of childhood games, imagination and curiosity. And the story is told with so much love and understanding. ❤️
In this book, there is summer. The endless, hot, adventurous summer, just like all the summers were when I was a kid. There are six children, best friends, but also rivalries in the exciting game called "war of roses". And it's the game that takes these kids climbing on rooftops, chasing each other through the town and talking in secret languages. And unfortunately, stumbling on murder victims. Is that when the adventure really starts? Or is it just when it suddenly gets more serious? There are some darker tones in the story as well, some very sad moments. But this would not be a book from Astrid Lindgren if it didn't always keep up a positive, encouraging, loving attitude towards life. There is, of course, a happy ending. And still a few days of summer holidays left to enjoy!
This is a children's book, but very enjoyable for adults as well. It's funny, it's heartwarming, it's a pure celebration of childhood games, imagination and curiosity. And the story is told with so much love and understanding. ❤️
hannna's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
fantasyfreak98's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
leolikesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
This was one of my favourite books as a kid and yeah, kid me definitely had great taste. I still love the story.
ndjrpgs's review against another edition
3.0
Meisterlich vorgelesen von unserem ersten Detektiv Oliver Rohrbeck. Hatte es auch nicht anders erwartet. Die Geschichte selbst war nicht sooo spannend; Kalle Blomquist als Charakter aber einfach zum Schmunzeln und ich werde sicher auch noch die weiteren Bücher in Zukunft mal lesen/hören.
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Believathon III: The Mystery of the Missing Maleficarum. The Key: A middle grade mystery & The Scream: An audiobook.