Secrets of the Dragon Tomb by Patrick Samphire, 326
pgs. Christy Ottaviano Books (Henry Holt and Company), 2016. $16.99
Content:
Language: G (0 swears); Mature Content: G Violence: PG
EL– OPTIONAL
In this vaguely steampunk adventure a 12yo named Edward
is living on the planet of Mars with his family. They live an old fashioned
British style home with robots and machines and of course, native Martians. When
Edwards parents are kidnapped by an evil man intent on discovering the Dragon
Tomb. It's going to be up to Edward, his sisters, and his cousin Freddie to
rescue them but they will face many dangers along the way.
This story was a big too kooky and nonsensical for me to buy
into, it just wasn’t a believable world. The author does a great job of
building believable characters and relationships (with the nasty exception of
the cousins becoming engaged). It had elements of steampunk and sci-fi that might
appeal to readers. I didn’t enjoy reading this book however, it was long and silly,
and very British (which isn’t my cup of tea).
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian &
Author.
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