Bonus Review: The Guggenheim Mystery by Robin Stevens (323 pages)

 Summary

Ted Sparks along with his sister solved the mystery of how their cousin, Salim, disappeared. Some months later, Ted, his sister and Salim need to discover how a painting disappeared from the Guggenheim Museum without anyone seeing it being taken. Sadly, all the evidence is pointing to Salim's mother, Gloria. Now it's up to the trio to clear Gloria's name and find out what really happened to the painting

Opinion 

I thought this book was fair. I felt as if the story line was a bit dry and lacked action. Although the characters were portrayed well, I didn't have a favorite character this time around. If you decide to try this book, I would be interested to hear your thoughts.

Rating

***(3 stars)

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The Yellow Feather Mystery by Franklin W. Dixon (181 pages)

Summary 

A few weeks after Greg Woodson's grandfather died, Greg contacted the famous Hardy brothers, Joe and Frank, and asked them to locate his grandfather's missing will, which included information regarding the Woodson Academy, which Greg was supposed to inherit. Henry Kurt, the present headmaster of the Academy, insists that he is supposed to inherit the Academy. He also claims to be threatened by the mysterious Yellow Feather! Joe and Frank Hardy will have to pass many obstacles in order to solve the mystery and bring the criminal to justice.

Opinion 

In my opinion, this book is packed with many exciting adventures and lots of action. It is also quite funny in some parts. It kept me totally involved from the beginning to the end. In addition, most of the characters are very interesting. I always enjoy reading about the Hardy brothers because even when they are in tight situations, they still bring every criminal to justice. I hope you try this book.

Rating

*****(5 stars)

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The Tower Treasure by Franklin W. Dixon (180 pages)

Summary

The Hardy family lives in Bayport. Joe and Frank Hardy have always wanted to solve a mystery. When they are almost killed by a car, mysterious things start to happen. Their chum, Chet Morton, not only receives a death threatening message, but his car is also stolen. When the Hardy boys find Chet's car, they are happy, but this is only the beginning of their exciting adventure.

Opinion 

I really liked this story a lot. Of all the Hardy Boys books I have read, I have enjoyed them all. This book is exciting, has lots of adventure and many dangerous scenes. The characters are bright, sometimes funny and they show kindness to others. If you love a good story, then this book will keep you interested.

Rating 

***** (5 stars)

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The Clue in the Crumbling Wall by Carolyn Keene (181 pages)

 Summary 

Ten years ago, Juliana Johnson, a professional dancer, mysteriously disappeared after going on a vacation. Nancy Drew, the daughter of a lawyer, is asked to find her. She and her friends, Bess Marvin and George Fayne, go to Heath Castle, which Juliana is supposed to inherit in three weeks. Since Juliana is gone, Nancy has to find her or the Castle goes up for sale. Can Nancy and her friends find Juliana before it's too late?

Opinion 

I especially like this book because it's a mystery. The storyline is really interesting and different. Most of the book is exciting and adventurous. This book has lots of details, but is still easy to understand. I like that the author has Nancy and her friends do some daring things in order to solve the case. If you like a good mystery, give this book a try and you'll be on the edge of your seat the whole time!

Rating 

****(4 stars)

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