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Die Rache des Wyrm by Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black

dustyshell's review against another edition

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3.0

My 10yo and I finally wrapped up the Spiderwick series. I found the Beyond trilogy less enjoyable than the initial series, but this fib installment ended it all well, even if there were a few things that felt abrupt or rushed.

punchofwishes's review

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adventurous emotional inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Re-read:

A fun finale, lots of action!

sandyclare's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

tortello_alla_zucca's review against another edition

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adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

allieskat17's review against another edition

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adventurous dark reflective tense fast-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? No

4.0

cgreaderbee's review against another edition

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3.0

The end of Spiderwick!
Memorable little characters encapsulated in enchanting stories that embody a sense of magic and adventure.

Thoughts during this novel:
- Nick could be quite the Debbie-downer.
- But I'm still proud of him.
- Laurie didn't really do anything?
- I have no idea their respective ages, but I am Team Jules&Mallory (sorry Cindy).
- How was there some crazy natural disaster event happening and these kids parents were cool with them being out and about unsupervised and unaccounted for?
- How the f are they gonna fix Florida now?

While these books had a different approach and vibe than the original series, and although I liked the original series and characters a bit better, I am glad to have read both. It shows that no matter the person or circumstance, magic and adventure lie in wait for those who search for and seize them. Creating these extra books helped to solidify the author(s) message, which is summarized nicely in this last quote:

"New stories need an author and
They'll need a hero, too.
So hone your senses, stay alert -
These tasks might fall to you.

Please keep a pen with you to write.
A pad, a brush, and ink.
Because your faerie tale just might
Start
SOONER
Than you think. "

readingrobin's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

coutures1513's review against another edition

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3.0

Une belle petite conclusion à ce

orangejulias's review against another edition

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adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes

4.75

A funny action packed conclusion to this side series. The Grace children follow the Vargas children in a strong effort to defeat the giants and the wyrms. Hilarious commentary and connections to the original Spiderwick books. I laughed and held my breath throughout the whole book! 

black_flamed_candle_b00ks's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0