broccsi's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
livimarie's review
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? Yes
4.0
allisoncc's review against another edition
3.0
As with all Hollow Earth books, I feel like it concludes too quickly. Lots and lots of build up for pages and pages, and then with a few quick strokes the book is over.
That being said I am still enthralled by the Guardians and Animare that the Barrowmanns have created. A world fueled by art and imagination is one I have enjoyed visiting through this trilogy, and am sad to see it conclude.
That being said I am still enthralled by the Guardians and Animare that the Barrowmanns have created. A world fueled by art and imagination is one I have enjoyed visiting through this trilogy, and am sad to see it conclude.
booksnbookends's review
4.0
A brilliant children's book and another thrilling instalment to the series which I absolutely loved reading. I can't recommend the Barrowman siblings' books enough. A more mature version of 'The Magic Key' books in some ways, a book which will appeal to both genders alike. A fantastic book but unfortunately, I felt this wasn't as good as it's two predecessors. Adults and children alike will enjoy this series, I always quickly read these books and the chapters are extremely short which makes it brilliant for children to read aloud.
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