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rachelkreadsbookz's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Car accident
Minor: Child death and Grief
hopepike's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Perfect for a family read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Child death
iamthelizardqueen's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Very cute. Excited to read the rest of the series.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death and Death
susannah_knox's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I read this with my 7yo and we both enjoyed it. The characters were sweet, the neighborhood vivid and cozy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Car accident
jfuel's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
slow-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
4.0
Read this to the kids and we all really enjoyed it. It was fun to get to know all the Vanderbeeker kids!
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death and Death of parent
bookflower's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
It looked like Mr. Beiderman was breathing happiness into his body.
I was not aware that this book is basically a advent calendar book. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed it even though Christmas is still far away.
The family bond is very strong and I adored every character.
The slightly deeper topics where discussed in a very sensible way for the younger demographic.
It was a good beginning and I’m excited to follow this cast in another adventure.
If you enjoyed books like The Penderwicks, I think you would also enjoy this novel
I was not aware that this book is basically a advent calendar book. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed it even though Christmas is still far away.
The family bond is very strong and I adored every character.
The slightly deeper topics where discussed in a very sensible way for the younger demographic.
It was a good beginning and I’m excited to follow this cast in another adventure.
If you enjoyed books like The Penderwicks, I think you would also enjoy this novel
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Child death and Death of parent
morganperks's review against another edition
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death and Grief
alliemikennareads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
An absolutely delightful middle grade read. This warmed my heart. I read it cover to cover and then immediately grabbed an ebook of the sequel so I could read more of these rambunctious and smart kids. This story is bursting with personality and I think I’ll read it again and again.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Grief
Also death of spouse.bella_cavicchi's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It's been a while since I've read a book that so immediately and steadily filled me with joy. I loved it -- a beautiful depiction of siblings and forgiveness and the powerful love that bonds a community.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death and Death