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A review by beccakatie
The Diamond of Drury Lane by Julia Golding
adventurous
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
3.25
This was a simple, delightful adventure mystery. The start of a six book series, it was engaging to read the beginnings of these characters and their friendships.
The different threads of Johnny’s life are spread out well throughout the book for the reader to grasp before or at the same time as Cat, creating an ongoing sense of discovery and danger rather than a rushed climax.
I first read this book when I was around the same age Cat is, and was absolutely transported into her world of adventure. Now, as an adult reader, I do keep getting caught by her age. Although she does not know her age, she can’t have been more than 11. Which makes the romantic undertones, or even explicit references to kissing from the 17 year old antagonist quite off-putting.
The different threads of Johnny’s life are spread out well throughout the book for the reader to grasp before or at the same time as Cat, creating an ongoing sense of discovery and danger rather than a rushed climax.
I first read this book when I was around the same age Cat is, and was absolutely transported into her world of adventure. Now, as an adult reader, I do keep getting caught by her age. Although she does not know her age, she can’t have been more than 11. Which makes the romantic undertones, or even explicit references to kissing from the 17 year old antagonist quite off-putting.