Sammy Keyes and the Runaway Elf by Wendelin Van Draanen

Sammy Keyes and the Runaway Elf

Sammy Keyes #4

Wendelin Van Draanen

186 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

fiction middle grade mystery young adult lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Description

"The most winning junior detective ever in teen lit. (Take that, Nancy Drew!)" --Midwest Children's Book ReviewThe Christmas parade gets furry in a hurry when three pranksters dressed as wise men toss some cats onto Sammy's float. Dogs shoot off i...

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Community Reviews Summary of 193 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
mysterious 100%
emotional 75%
adventurous 50%
lighthearted 50%
challenging 25%
hopeful 25%
informative 25%
inspiring 25%
reflective 25%
relaxing 25%
sad 25%

Pace

fast 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

4.15

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