The Black Circle by Patrick Carman

The Black Circle

The 39 Clues #5

Patrick Carman

168 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction mystery young adult adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Description

A game of cat and mouse...A strange telegram lures fourteen-year-old Amy Cahill and her younger brother, Dan, deep into Russia and away from the only trustworthy adult they know. Signed with the initials NRR, the telegram launches a race to uncove...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,778 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 52%
funny 35%
emotional 23%
lighthearted 23%
tense 23%
challenging 17%
informative 17%
inspiring 11%
dark 5%
hopeful 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

fast 81%
medium 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 77% | Plot: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.78

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