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laura_mcloughlin's review against another edition
3.0
This was my first Magic Tree House book (but not my daughter's - she filled me in on the back story). It was a lot of fun to read a few chapters at bedtime the last few nights. I'm looking forward to reading more with her.
rachelynnreads's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it! Especially the setting in Japan and poetry mentioned and Basho
beauty1991's review against another edition
5.0
It's nice that Jack and Annie get to stay later at some places before going home. I am happy that they also got to experience a little more of the culture that is Japan and eat Sushi. Who doesn't love sushi? Can't wait to hang out with Leonardo.
laurawyles's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
gullerub's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
ricksilva's review against another edition
4.0
Jack and Annie are seeking out four secrets of happiness to help Merlin, and they find themselves in 17th Century Japan, where they are quickly taken under the wing of master haiku poet Basho. The theme of poetry and appreciation for nature runs strong through the story, even as the kids have to dodge samurai who are looking to arrest foreigners.
This had a fairly complex plot for the series, good thematic elements, and a chance for Jack and Annie to break out the high-powered magic to help save the city of Edo. The use of haiku through the story, and Jack's struggles to find his poet's voice were a good subtle addition to the more action-packed elements.
I also enjoyed the ending conversation between Jack and Annie.
The Kiddo is eleven years old, and has mostly moved on to reading longer books, but he still enjoys Jack and Annie's adventures.
This had a fairly complex plot for the series, good thematic elements, and a chance for Jack and Annie to break out the high-powered magic to help save the city of Edo. The use of haiku through the story, and Jack's struggles to find his poet's voice were a good subtle addition to the more action-packed elements.
I also enjoyed the ending conversation between Jack and Annie.
The Kiddo is eleven years old, and has mostly moved on to reading longer books, but he still enjoys Jack and Annie's adventures.
haleigheustis's review against another edition
4.0
Cute and short, reminded me of borrowing these books from my neighbors when I was a kid lol