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sallyavena's review
2.0
A book with the Robin Hood theme of rob from the rich and give to the poor. This book was just really okay. The characters weren't really that well developed in my opinion and the plot a little contrived with the super powers given by the bracelet.
hayleybeale's review
4.0
Thematically, this is a bit all over the place but Robbie's voice (a touch of the Red Blazer Girls?) holds it together. As this is the start of a series, there's quite a lot of getting to know the characters and the set-up, and the conclusion to this story seems a little far-fetched. However, I like the very diverse cast and the basic premise so I'm hoping subsequent books will be a little less erratic and little more credible.
aoosterwyk's review
3.0
There was a lot to like in this story, a magic bracelet which empowers four kids and brings them together to right injustice in their Brooklyn neighborhood. The depiction of New York life is great, with the parents engaged in their professional lives and the kids pretty independent- taking taxis and eating out. The magic aspect was inconsistent and confusing, but I enjoyed the characters a lot.
taliaissmart's review
3.0
I quite liked it! Fun, fast-paced story of kids vs. capitalism (with some magic thrown in).
maidmarianlib's review
3.0
Interesting retelling of the legend, the magical aspect of it did not capture me though.
moggmogg's review
2.0
Robbie Forester comes in possession of a special bracelet that seems to grant magic powers when justice needs to be served. When a rich real estate investor begins buying up (and strong arming) local businesses out Robbie and her mismatched group of friends fight back, Robin Hood style. A quick read, this story does ask the reader to suspend a great deal of belief. I liked how Robbie is a not necessarily rich but sees the issues of poverty and inequity in her neighborhood and with her friends. A good read for those who like realistic fiction with a dose of magic and putting it to the bad guys. MS
allisonfitzgerald's review
3.0
I picked this up because Stephen King said it is, "Unputdownable." I was able to put it down.
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