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littlelifewrecker's review
3.0
It was weird listening to this on audio, but some horrible person with no soul ripped all the solution pages out of the paperback that I had on loan from the library. Sounds like something Bugs Meany would do. Amiright?
ogold's review
3.0
These are fun, quick reads when I have a few minutes to spare. I love that the answers to the mysteries are found in the back of the book so I have a chance to solve each one on my own. Even though this book is written for younger children, I found some of the mysteries challenging to solve. I will say that some of the clues are quiiiiiiiiiiiite a stretch. I rolled my eyes after at least a third of the "solved" mysteries. Also, the guilty parties are always way too quick to confess to their crimes. Still, the cute plays on words and lighthearted writing style make these books enjoyable to read, and I will probably continue to read more in the series.
tobyyy's review
4.0
I read this via audiobook, narrated by Greg Steinbruner. As a kid, I loved Encyclopedia Brown, and honestly, as an adult I still do. It was a relaxing listen, although Steinbruner’s narration was a little brash and his voice was not very soothing. I love the brain puzzles in these stories, and by listening to them instead of reading, it makes me pay even more attention since I can’t just flip back a few pages. (I could rewind but that’s not as easy. Especially if I’m listening in the car.) I DON’T like the newer covers for the Encyclopedia Brown books but at the same time, I get why they were reissued. Covers from the 1970s definitely date themselves for the “modern young reader.” I did like the original covers, though.
novelesque_life's review
4.0
RATING: 4.5 STARS
I loved this mystery series as a kid, but have not read them since so this review is based on my memories. My love of mystery started pretty early and Encyclopedia Brown was among my first series. Each book has several mysteries that you can solve along with Encyclopedia, complete with clues. I could not get enough of these books, and didn't realize that this series started in 1963.
These are easy to read chapter books for young kids.
***This is a series Review***
I loved this mystery series as a kid, but have not read them since so this review is based on my memories. My love of mystery started pretty early and Encyclopedia Brown was among my first series. Each book has several mysteries that you can solve along with Encyclopedia, complete with clues. I could not get enough of these books, and didn't realize that this series started in 1963.
These are easy to read chapter books for young kids.
***This is a series Review***
pemdas97's review against another edition
funny
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
4.0
kstericker's review
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
caleb_m's review
4.0
I liked it. There's one kid who goes on a rowboat with him cause he thinks he's found a treasure map. The kid who owns the rowboat makes a copy of the map and then makes every one wet. Then he digs for the treasure and he keeps on digging.. But Encyclopedia Brown knows it's just a fake treasure map so he lets him dig for another hour before actually telling him it isn't a real treasure map.
manwithanagenda's review
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
I loved the kid who claimed he could fly.
Another solid group of mysteries, I want to try these on my nephew and see how we do.
Encyclopedia Brown
Next: 'Encyclopedia Brown Tracks Them Down'
Previous: 'Encyclopedia Brown Keeps the Peace'
Another solid group of mysteries, I want to try these on my nephew and see how we do.
Encyclopedia Brown
Next: 'Encyclopedia Brown Tracks Them Down'
Previous: 'Encyclopedia Brown Keeps the Peace'
canada_matt's review against another edition
4.0
Neo and I finished another collection of Encyclopedia Brown mysteries. The super detective is back and Idaville, USA is free of crime. Encyclopedia clashes with his nemesis, Bugs Meany, foils a store burglary, and keeps a boy from thinking he can fly with paper wings. These are wonderful five-minute mysteries and exercise the brain and spend a little time wondering. Neo and I use them as a before bedtime activity and we are getting much better. Young sleuths in the making may want to sharpen their skills with the massive collection of stories.
Neo really likes the stories that keep him thinking. I remember having these stories read to me when I was young as well, helping me want to pass along the tradition. Neo thoroughly enjoys listening to the stories and making an effort to uncover the clues that will help solve the cases. He mentioned that these are perfect stories for parent-child reading, but would be great for a good reader when they have time or are on a road trip. A note to parents: the stories are dated (1960s) and some of the terminology or word choices might not be as correct as you would like your young reader to use on a daily basis.
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Neo really likes the stories that keep him thinking. I remember having these stories read to me when I was young as well, helping me want to pass along the tradition. Neo thoroughly enjoys listening to the stories and making an effort to uncover the clues that will help solve the cases. He mentioned that these are perfect stories for parent-child reading, but would be great for a good reader when they have time or are on a road trip. A note to parents: the stories are dated (1960s) and some of the terminology or word choices might not be as correct as you would like your young reader to use on a daily basis.
Did you know Neo’s has his own GR account for reviews? Check him out: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108030884-neo-pechey
nnecatrix's review
3.0
Book #14 for 2011.
Meeting Mr Sobol when I was in the 3rd grade is what got me interested in writing my own mystery stories, and Encyclopedia Brown was my first literary crush. So it was fun to re-visit one of my favorite characters from my childhood. I'm pleased to see that these stories are being reprinted, but I have to wonder what modern kids make of the somewhat outdated dialogue and technology. Do they even know what a telephone dial *was*?
Meeting Mr Sobol when I was in the 3rd grade is what got me interested in writing my own mystery stories, and Encyclopedia Brown was my first literary crush. So it was fun to re-visit one of my favorite characters from my childhood. I'm pleased to see that these stories are being reprinted, but I have to wonder what modern kids make of the somewhat outdated dialogue and technology. Do they even know what a telephone dial *was*?
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