ckkurata529's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
A fun book to recommend to kids
arian_dragonelf's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
lferneau's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading more of the series. I think I'll pick this for the Tween Book Club
xandra_evelyn's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
informative
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Such a good story for any age! Exciting and super cool the way she used real life tech to imagine future tech in her book
One minor critique below...
The one part that was "weak" was when Cruz's feeling about being expelled for something he didn't do. It was his dream to go to this academy, and I felt he didn't show the appropriate amount of sadness for being expelled. But obviously he would be reinstated at the end, so that might be why the author didn't elaborate on how sad he was.
One minor critique below...
Spoiler
The one part that was "weak" was when Cruz's feeling about being expelled for something he didn't do. It was his dream to go to this academy, and I felt he didn't show the appropriate amount of sadness for being expelled. But obviously he would be reinstated at the end, so that might be why the author didn't elaborate on how sad he was.
Content Warnings
Minor: Fire/Fire injury and Death of parent
His mom died in a fire before the book takes place.ajworkman77's review against another edition
3.0
Fun adventure story. For those who liked 39 Clues, Trackers, Jack and the Geniuses, Nick of Time series.
alissabar's review against another edition
3.0
This came highly recommended by a third grader at my school. He loves this series and told me I must read it. :) I found it enjoyable and can see the appeal -- danger, adventure, cool technology. I liked the "Truth behind fiction" part at the back of the book that talks about the real life explorers, scientists, photographers and inventors and what technology is real as well.
canuckmum's review against another edition
5.0
This was a fabulous middle grade read! Can’t wait for the next installment!
booksandpops4000's review against another edition
4.0
*I got this book form the publisher for my honest thoughts*
I found this to super fun read. I thought it was much more realistic and science heavy version of 39 clues. This book def had a strong mix of adventure and mystery but also knowledge and history and science. I really loved the structure of this book and all the characters were just so much fun to read about. I really enjoyed the trio of characters that developed and am super excited to see how the ending and will effect the structure of the future books. I also loved how this book had so many pictures to accent the story. Readers who enjoyed 39 clues may like this if they looking for more of realistic story, should check it out! I am def going to read book 2!
I found this to super fun read. I thought it was much more realistic and science heavy version of 39 clues. This book def had a strong mix of adventure and mystery but also knowledge and history and science. I really loved the structure of this book and all the characters were just so much fun to read about. I really enjoyed the trio of characters that developed and am super excited to see how the ending and will effect the structure of the future books. I also loved how this book had so many pictures to accent the story. Readers who enjoyed 39 clues may like this if they looking for more of realistic story, should check it out! I am def going to read book 2!
aconant's review against another edition
3.0
- Fun well rounded fantasy read
- an easy crowd pleasure great for a wide audience
- cool gadgets
- secret societies
- looking forward to the next one
All good stuff.
- an easy crowd pleasure great for a wide audience
- cool gadgets
- secret societies
- looking forward to the next one
All good stuff.
siili's review against another edition
3.0
Ihan kelpo sisäoppilaitoksessa tapahtuva jännitys-/seikkailukirja, jossa on enemmän kuin tarpeeksi vaaroja. Tarina on tosin painotettu hieman epätasaisesti: alussa kaikkea kuvataan tarkasti ja yksityiskohtaisesti, mutta puolenvälin tienoilla tarinan vauhti alkaa kiihtymään entisestään ja lopulta juoni jää hieman rymistelyn jalkoihin. Plussaa hienosta värikuvituksesta sekä lopun pienestä tietopaketista, jossa esitellään mm. oikeita tutkijoita sekä keksintöjä, joista tarina on napannut itseensä inspiraatiota. 3,5 tähteä 3 tähteen.