Reviews

A Giant Problem by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi

hal82's review

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

avalinda's review

5.0

These read a lot better than the original Spiderwick Chronicles for some reason - I think because of how the kids have to deal with more real-world problems (the family struggles were very relatable for me) along with the encroaching threats from the magical world. It also felt like there was more character development with Nick compared to Jared, and some of the emotional moments were really well done. It'll be sad coming to the end of this captivating universe, which I enjoyed so much as a kid and never managed to finish until now.

shaekin's review

3.0

essentially the same as the first series. if you liked the first books, you'll like these ones. quick and easy reads, a great introduction to chapter books for kids

dana_tibbetts's review

4.0

Another nice addition to the Spiderwick Chronicles, was a decent read.

cas_the_second's review

adventurous challenging hopeful reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

captainatl's review

adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

2.0

lisaperl's review

adventurous emotional lighthearted 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? Yes

5.0

jakes_booktakes's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced

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

4.0

zvirblis's review

adventurous challenging fast-paced

3.25

sam_herself's review

4.0

It was good, a little strange, but good