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Apr 13, 2021
J. Dorner
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In some ways, I enjoyed this book; but because of my own life experience, my enjoyment was depleted.
Three children (all who have trouble related to vocalization) become friends at summer camp, help a ghost to unify his broken family, and grow as people.
In the year 1999, three city kids are lured away from summer camp, multiple times, to an abandoned building in the woods that is filled with music, games, and candy.
(Same story. Same kids.)
The book is interesting within its genre because the od ...more
Three children (all who have trouble related to vocalization) become friends at summer camp, help a ghost to unify his broken family, and grow as people.
In the year 1999, three city kids are lured away from summer camp, multiple times, to an abandoned building in the woods that is filled with music, games, and candy.
(Same story. Same kids.)
The book is interesting within its genre because the od ...more
This was a fun and nostalgic read, reminiscent of films like The Goonies and other childhood stories like Pipi Longstockings. The mysterious magic in the story allows the children to go on adventures that help them in many ways beyond just providing a thrill. The overall message of the book is a positive one and I appreciate the approach to diversity and inclusivity presented.
I would say the main reason I didn't give this book a higher rating is the lack of concern portrayed for the characters ...more
I would say the main reason I didn't give this book a higher rating is the lack of concern portrayed for the characters ...more
This would have been the April 2022 book club selection, but neither I nor the other moderators could get an eBook copy (physical copies are way too expensive right now with the pandemic).
Apr 14, 2023
Jemima Pett
marked it as to-read
