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Lisa | 2/19/2014
" This book lived up to the reviews I had read. It was a satisfying and exciting read. I particularly liked the character development and plot pace. It reads like a page turner, and you can easily relate to the three orphans as main characters. Just enough suspense to engage older readers and believable magic. I enjoy time travel books, but this one doesn't make time travel the main elements. I look forward to reading book two in the series. These books will be very welcome in my school library. "
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Marcus | 1/27/2014
" This book is great! It's action packed, and really makes you think about life the way it is. "
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Amy | 1/15/2014
" A fun magical adventure. A combination of Lemonity Snicket and Harry Potter. I listened to the audio version narrated by Jim Dale, who did a wonderful job, but also accentuated the Harry Potter parallels. "
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Charlotte | 1/10/2014
" this book surprised me. there's depth, there's complexity, just the right amount of fantasy and a touch of fun. i loved how i couldn't predict the next chapter and even the ending! that kind of thing is rare. five stars!! "
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Kendra | 1/6/2014
" When I first started THE EMERALD ATLAS, I thought it would be a little like A Series of Unfortunate Events. Three siblings abandoned by their parents under mysterious circumstances and sent to a series of bad orphanages. Ultimately, Kate, Michael, and Emma end up with the strange and enigmatic Dr. Pym in his dark, castle-like home at Cambridge Falls. That's about where the two series similarities end. THE EMERALD ATLAS, in actuality, presents a time-travel fantasy involving three ancient, all-powerful books, the prophecy tied to them, an evil Countess, battling dwarfs, and a wizard. It's easy to read, with plenty of action in the story. I did find the time travel and the explanations of it a bit confusing at first, but it becomes a bit clearer with time (and more explanation.) Fans of magical fantasies with good vs. evil themes (like Harry Potter) will want to try this one. B rating. "
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Marcia | 1/1/2014
" Everything is better when narrated by Jim Dale! A decent fantasy adventure sure to pleasure young Potter and Tolkein fans. "
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Olivia | 12/21/2013
" This was a good read, but the plot was all over the place. "
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Justine | 12/13/2013
" I loved this book. Totally forgot more than half the book, so it felt good rereading it. I recommend this to people who like mystery and Percy Jackson. "
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Samantha | 4/25/2013
" I listened to this as an audiobook and it was great. The story was interesting and there was plenty of action. It's read by Jim Dale, the narrator of the Harry Potter audiobooks. Jim's voice is rich and engaging. Great adventure for all ages. "
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Heather | 1/6/2012
" Good for younger Harry Potter fans -- adventure, fantasy, time travel. A couple of dwarves may have course tongues for some readers. "
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Kelsey | 12/3/2011
" I absolutely loved this book!! The humor and wit was fun to read. I would recommend this anyone who loves fantasy and YA books. "
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Anna | 11/9/2011
" Review in Swedish at Boktycke. "
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Marcus | 5/23/2011
" This book is great! It's action packed, and really makes you think about life the way it is.
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Steven | 5/22/2011
" Great book for 5th -7th graders who like Harry Potter books.
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Jessica | 5/19/2011
" I really liked this book. I'll definitely read the next 2 when they come out. I did get confused with all the time traveling that happened, but of course, I'm easily confused. :)
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Diane | 5/17/2011
" Really enjoyed this book because I enjoy time slip elements, plus enjoyable characters. I really didn't want to put this book down!
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Keryn | 5/16/2011
" I am still reading this YA book and so far I am enjoying it. I will update once I have finished it.
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Danyelle | 5/15/2011
" 4.5 Can't wait for the sequels!
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Laura | 5/15/2011
" Harry Potter-esque adventure. Too much action at the expense of character-development.
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Arianne | 5/14/2011
" Listening to the audio book now. Still enjoy it every time!
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