Finders Keepers
Finders Keepers
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1993
Book Brief
184
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 1990s
1993
Middle grade
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
Finders Keepers by Emily Rodda follows Patrick, a middle child who feels overlooked, as he crosses a Barrier into a parallel world to compete in a television game show called "Finders Keepers." Tasked with finding lost objects, Patrick gains confidence and learns to value people over possessions, while the show intersperses humor and suspense to reflect on family dynamics and personal growth.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Exciting
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
164,644 ratings
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Review Roundup
Reviews for Finders Keepers by Emily Rodda praise the engaging plot and its appeal to young readers, emphasizing its imaginative premise and fast-paced narrative. Critics note the character development might be lacking depth for older audiences. Still, it succeeds in capturing children's attention, making it a recommended read for its target demographic.
Who Should Read Finders Keepers?
Fans of adventurous and imaginative middle-grade fiction will enjoy Finders Keepers by Emily Rodda. Comparable to books like The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster and A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, this novel captivates young readers with its blend of mystery, fantasy, and engaging puzzles.
164,644 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
184
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 1990s
1993
Middle grade
8-12 years
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