dlberglund's review against another edition
4.0
Kids figure out a mystery with historical clues and significance. I liked it a lot--quite similar to Chasing Vermeer, in a good way.
hgraybrown's review against another edition
3.0
This was a fun read that the kids in our book club (Grades 5-6) are really enjoying. Though I think it will appeal a little more to the girls, the mystery and historical references will appeal to girls and boys alike.
piperhudsburn's review against another edition
5.0
This was one of my favorite novels as a child and is 75% responsible for sending me to Shakespeare summer camp and making me fall in love with the old playwright to begin with.
I tore the book up rereading it over and over again! I loved everything about this book: ecspecially the main character, Hero- was not annoying, and had a little spite inside of her, which I found interesting at such a young age. The writing, was beautiful- and not super simplistic, which is so common for the demographic it was written for. The mystery was engaging as well!
I think people should use this book to teach Shakespeare to kids- that's how good it is!
I tore the book up rereading it over and over again! I loved everything about this book: ecspecially the main character, Hero- was not annoying, and had a little spite inside of her, which I found interesting at such a young age. The writing, was beautiful- and not super simplistic, which is so common for the demographic it was written for. The mystery was engaging as well!
I think people should use this book to teach Shakespeare to kids- that's how good it is!
bibliofinny's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
iris_garden's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Mental illness and Cancer
djwfyi's review against another edition
adventurous
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
4.0
This story of finding and being found tells of a mystery. As Hero adapts to yet another new home and school, she uncovers surprising friends and an absorbing mystery. Might she and her friends reveal a centuries old secret?
A read aloud shared with our kids, we all enjoyed this story.
A read aloud shared with our kids, we all enjoyed this story.
luckyliza13's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book, it had some great historical details although it is not historical fiction. It’s a tale of friendship for someone who has never really had friends. There’s a nice little mystery and a bonus surprise at the end. For any Shakespeare buff, some very interesting & intriguing theories!
maddiejpearson's review against another edition
4.0
I decided to pick up my favorite childhood book, and this is still phenomenal! What a fun mystery. I really resonated with Hero when I was 10, and I still do to a point. Almost 13 years later and I have to give it a solid 4 stars for nostalgia and an awesome story.