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A review by luluwoohoo
The Grandest Bookshop in the World by Amelia Mellor
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The Grandest Bookshop In The World by Amelia Mellor
☀️☀️☀️☀️🌤️
▪️A triumphant, impeccably written middle grade fantasy full of whimsy, adventure and love
▪️The historical backdrop of (a much more progressive) 1890's Melbourne presents a bookshop that actually contains several incredibly detailed and fascinating worlds within it, all held together with an intricate but easily understood magic system. Mellor does well not to get too bogged down in the details, but provides just enough to keep you informed and eager for more
▪️Our two protagonists are both well developed, as are the entire Cole family and the villain Maximillian - each character is given moments to shine within the well structured plot. These characters, but particularly Pa, provide a wonderful exploration of grief, loss and love as the story progresses
▪️The tension of the games was really well balanced with humour and heart, and I thoroughly enjoyed playing along with the children as the endeavoured to solve each puzzle against the ticking clock
▪️I loved reading this from start to finish and it is difficult to find fault - what a lovely, face paced story for young and old.
☀️☀️☀️☀️🌤️
▪️A triumphant, impeccably written middle grade fantasy full of whimsy, adventure and love
▪️The historical backdrop of (a much more progressive) 1890's Melbourne presents a bookshop that actually contains several incredibly detailed and fascinating worlds within it, all held together with an intricate but easily understood magic system. Mellor does well not to get too bogged down in the details, but provides just enough to keep you informed and eager for more
▪️Our two protagonists are both well developed, as are the entire Cole family and the villain Maximillian - each character is given moments to shine within the well structured plot. These characters, but particularly Pa, provide a wonderful exploration of grief, loss and love as the story progresses
▪️The tension of the games was really well balanced with humour and heart, and I thoroughly enjoyed playing along with the children as the endeavoured to solve each puzzle against the ticking clock
▪️I loved reading this from start to finish and it is difficult to find fault - what a lovely, face paced story for young and old.
"In moments like this, Pearl was the most afraid of him. The nonchalant charm slipped, revealing a glimpse of something manic and destructive and hungry inside him. When he grinned instead of smirked, when he laughed instead of chuckled, she could see that wild inner thing breaking through."