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Greenglass House
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Book Brief
400
Novel • Fiction
Nagspeake • Contemporary
2014
Clarion Books
Middle grade
10-14 years
800L
Super Short Summary
In Greenglass House, Milo Pine's winter break is disrupted when a group of mysterious guests arrives at the inn he lives at with his parents. Teamed up with the inn’s chef's daughter, Meddy, Milo plays a role-playing game called Odd Trails to uncover reasons behind the guests' arrival and solve thefts at the inn, leading to deeper discoveries about the house.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Greenglass House by Kate Milford charms readers with its enchanting winter setting and rich, intricate storytelling. Fans laud its vivid characters and clever plot twists. However, some find the pacing slow and the mystery's resolution somewhat predictable. Ideal for those seeking a cozy, atmospheric read with a dash of adventure.
Who Should Read Greenglass House?
Fans of Greenglass House by Kate Milford are typically young readers aged 10-14 who enjoy middle-grade mysteries. They appreciate richly atmospheric settings, like those in The Mysterious Benedict Society. Suitable for readers who relish unraveling secrets and immersive storytelling similar to From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler.
26,103 ratings
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Meddy
Meddy
A spirited girl who introduces Milo to a role-playing game, aiding him in unraveling the mysteries surrounding Greenglass House and building a meaningful friendship with him.
De Cary Vinge
De Cary Vinge
A mysterious guest posing as a historian at Greenglass House, whose true motives involve seeking a hidden treasure related to the inn's storied past.
Eglantine Hereward
Eglantine Hereward
An elderly woman with a keen interest in folklore and ancestry, whose stories captivate Milo and connect her deeply to the history of Greenglass House.
Owen
Owen
A man with ties to the original owners of Greenglass House, whose quest to find a loved one intertwines with Milo's journey and impacts his understanding of family and identity.
400
Novel • Fiction
Nagspeake • Contemporary
2014
Clarion Books
Middle grade
10-14 years
800L
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