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ellenkyo's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
letstalkaboutbooksbaybee's review
3.0
This spoke to my library loving heart
It’s like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory but with books for clues instead of Oompa Loompas
It’s like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory but with books for clues instead of Oompa Loompas
lisa_with_the_neverending_tbr's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
4.75
mamim's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
readersareleaders's review
adventurous
funny
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.25
krivas91's review
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying
sunshine169's review
4.0
The city of Alexandriaville, Ohio has not had a public library for the past twelve years. Naturally this means when one is built it needs to be celebrated with much fanfare. The futuristic library, built by the eccentric game maker Luigi Lemoncello, becomes a fun filled escape room where 12 twelves year olds will have a night to make it out to win a life changing surprise!
The story reads as part Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and part escape room. It had me flipping pages so quickly due to the non-stop action and trying to figure out the clues along with the kids. I loved how they had to learn to work with each other... well most of them. I also loved that this whole game was created to introduce the concept of a public library to a group of kids that never had one.
I mean being trapped in a library sounds like a grand idea! Add in fun games, food, and obviously the plethora of books I'd be a happy camper. I related to Sierra, always has a book in her hand, so much. She made my heart smile. Was I rooting against a 12 year old? You betcha and I am looking at you Charles...
Thank you Netgalley for an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. It will be on my recommendation lists.
The story reads as part Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and part escape room. It had me flipping pages so quickly due to the non-stop action and trying to figure out the clues along with the kids. I loved how they had to learn to work with each other... well most of them. I also loved that this whole game was created to introduce the concept of a public library to a group of kids that never had one.
I mean being trapped in a library sounds like a grand idea! Add in fun games, food, and obviously the plethora of books I'd be a happy camper. I related to Sierra, always has a book in her hand, so much. She made my heart smile. Was I rooting against a 12 year old? You betcha and I am looking at you Charles...
Thank you Netgalley for an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. It will be on my recommendation lists.
thelilbulldozer's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
"A library doesn't need windows, Andrew. We have books, which are windows into worlds we never even dreamed possible."
Oh my gosh, I loved this graphic novel and instantly added the entire box set of the original novels to my wish list because: AHHHHHH!!!! This was the perfect, and I do mean PERFECT graphic novel. It was addictive and I couldn't put it down. The artwork was amazing and obviously the story is so captivating and adorable and I think the perfect story for children.
I cannot wait to own this graphic novel and all of the original series and have a child to read these books to!
Oh my gosh, I loved this graphic novel and instantly added the entire box set of the original novels to my wish list because: AHHHHHH!!!! This was the perfect, and I do mean PERFECT graphic novel. It was addictive and I couldn't put it down. The artwork was amazing and obviously the story is so captivating and adorable and I think the perfect story for children.
I cannot wait to own this graphic novel and all of the original series and have a child to read these books to!
sybrasays's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0