curiouskettle's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-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? No
5.0
the_ghost_penguin_reader's review against another edition
adventurous
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
4.25
shlee64's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
sad
medium-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
3.5
chandaferguson's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
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
3.0
Some people like mysteries that slowly come together, pieces of the unknown falling into place with rising action, climax, and an easy conclusion. Others like a mystery that’s more like a whirlwind, chaotic or confusing, until in the end, it all settles together, even though the pieces come together a lot more abstractly or quickly.
In my opinion this mystery is more of the latter, which is really exciting for people who like a story of calamity with a lot of characters, conflicts, and elements going on. However, for those who like a more organized story, this one can fall a little flat.
In this story, Nancy finds herself intrigued by a mystery relating to a missing fortune, a secret hiding place, and a long-lost past. There’s a mysterious girl who runs every time Nancy sees her, there are hostile home-owners, a kidnapping, pirated records, and more! To me, this one felt more dated and a bit convoluted re-reading it, but as a child, it was all the makings of suspense. I recommend this one more for young readers than re-readers, but regardless, Nancy Drew mysteries hold a special place in my heart. They’re tidy, a bit predictable (but that’s part of the comfort and familiarity of reading them), and age-appropriate for most young readers.
Book 58/150
⭐️⭐️⭐️
In my opinion this mystery is more of the latter, which is really exciting for people who like a story of calamity with a lot of characters, conflicts, and elements going on. However, for those who like a more organized story, this one can fall a little flat.
In this story, Nancy finds herself intrigued by a mystery relating to a missing fortune, a secret hiding place, and a long-lost past. There’s a mysterious girl who runs every time Nancy sees her, there are hostile home-owners, a kidnapping, pirated records, and more! To me, this one felt more dated and a bit convoluted re-reading it, but as a child, it was all the makings of suspense. I recommend this one more for young readers than re-readers, but regardless, Nancy Drew mysteries hold a special place in my heart. They’re tidy, a bit predictable (but that’s part of the comfort and familiarity of reading them), and age-appropriate for most young readers.
Book 58/150
⭐️⭐️⭐️
squiggled4'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
3.5
bakerinabookshop's review against another edition
3.0
This wasn’t my favorite Nancy Drew book, but it was still a fun and enjoyable read. I read the 1934 version which is different than the description here.
katie_k07's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite ND stories. I cannot even count how many times I've read it!
jarmilas's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 just a chill little nancy drew read. very nostalgic, but always a bit predictable.