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A review by dani1491
The Murdstone Trilogy by Mal Peet
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I have rarely felt so conflicted whilst reading a book about whether I am enjoying it or not.
By the end, I found every chapter to be brilliantly written. The language is erudite and funny. The story an amusing parody and yet not.
I had a hard time following the overall arc of the story, chapter to chapter. The narrative shifts erratically, we are left wanting for more plot, and as much as the characters are a well-reflined balance of cliche and subversion I find it hard to engage with them.
Overall I have no doubt that there are people who will absolutely love this book, which is well written, I just wasn't sure I was one of them.
By the end, I found every chapter to be brilliantly written. The language is erudite and funny. The story an amusing parody and yet not.
I had a hard time following the overall arc of the story, chapter to chapter. The narrative shifts erratically, we are left wanting for more plot, and as much as the characters are a well-reflined balance of cliche and subversion I find it hard to engage with them.
Overall I have no doubt that there are people who will absolutely love this book, which is well written, I just wasn't sure I was one of them.