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Famous Mistakes by Carolyn Keene

miss_marples_teatime's review against another edition

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lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.25

smwojcik's review

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fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

caseymaree's review

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lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.5

kontresia's review

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adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.0

I didn't think Nancy Drew would tackle podcasts and humour, and the question of free speech, but here we are. 

sweetchocolatez's review

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

3.75


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cindifer20's review

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Famous Mistakes

aimmyarrowshigh's review

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5.0

Now THIS one had a good twist ending. Also, the pop culture referent is scathingly unveiled.

tthe_cancerian's review against another edition

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3.0

I read this because I was feeling nostalgic. Nancy Drew books were my childhood and so was the Emma Roberts movie. This reminded me why I love sleuth stories so much, cause of Nancy, she is a brilliant character.

As for this particular mystery, it was good. kept me interested.

I am also really enjoying the CW show, which has nothing to do with this book but it does follow "Nancy Drew" so I thought to mention it.

meekumoh's review

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5.0

You can really tell the author put in a lot of research and nuance into talking about callout culture. They managed to discuss being called out and public accountability without the reader rolling their eyes. Proper sleuthing with high suspense, and with a great reveal too! I honestly think this is a great modern take on a Nancy Drew that didn't insult its reader base.

alliskarathe's review

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adventurous fast-paced

3.25

heres the thing: it all happens within a day but isnt quite fast-paced ; secondly, i saw that final plot twist coming, either the foreshadowing was overly obvious this time or im really getting far too old and experienced for these quick fun nancy drew diaries. i did enjoy the arts elements but is zebrafinch a real painting??