rants_n_reads's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
slow-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
2.0
prof_shoff's review against another edition
4.0
While I enjoy Graves' series, this is really a nostalgia read. The first time I took students to London, several novels in the series were left in my rented flat; they were perfect reads for the Tube: quick, fun, entertaining. I find some humor in Graves' ability to successfully integrate home repair into the plotlines, too.
skinnypenguin's review
3.0
Took a long time to figure out exactly why the guy wanted Jake. Didn't really like this one as well as previous books in the series. The two flunkies that kidnapped the girls were really irritating with their bickering. The girl dealing with being left in the woods was interesting. Even though she hated learning all the stuff with her stepfather it came in handy and she was able to use it. Was sorry Ellie and her husband had their vacation interrupted.
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