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naomiysl

informative slow-paced

Solid, but not as strong as the prior books in this series, such as A Childs Book About Racism. 

A little too twee, but sweet enough. 
challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

Very well-done, showign the bleak childhood of the author. I do wish for a bot more detail, either some insight into the emotional complexities to the characters that aren't her, or maybe just more about the various homes in which she lived. But what is there is well done.  

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Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

The plot thickens! A very nice 2nd installment. 

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adventurous funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
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Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Fun quick read. Nothing surprising, but an enjoyable story nonetheless. Also I love the skele-dog. So adorable. 
adventurous inspiring lighthearted medium-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: Complicated

Solidly better sequel than the first book, which is impressive! I enjoyed having a unified storyline to follow with this large cast of characters.

Tasty: A History of Yummy Experiments

Victoria Grace Elliott

DID NOT FINISH: 63%

It's hard to exactly pinpoint it, but this book is just a lot less engaging than its predecessor. 
adventurous emotional inspiring medium-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

Heartwarming inspirational story, if a little one-note. No side plots exist, but I can appreciate a good power to the people story. 
adventurous emotional inspiring 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

A very solid representation of Secret Garden. I enjoy the modernization, and don't think that it detracts form the story. The only bummer is that none of hte baby-goth vibes of the moore come through to this rendition. 

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Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Solid illustrations, and a lovely story.