45 pages • 1 hour read
240
Novel • Fiction
Coyoacán, Mexico City • Contemporary
2018
Middle grade
8-12 years
710L
In Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes, 12-year-old Paloma Marquez, initially reluctant to spend her summer in Mexico, changes her mind when she meets twins Lizzie and Gael Castillo, who invite her to help solve the mystery of Frida Kahlo's missing peacock ring. Throughout their investigation, Paloma learns about her cultural heritage, the significance of art, and the importance of justice.
Adventurous
Mysterious
Emotional
Inspirational
Heartwarming
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Angela Cervantes' Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring captivates readers with its blend of mystery and cultural exploration. The novel's engaging plot and vibrant characters, enriched with Frida Kahlo's legacy, are widely praised. However, some critiques mention predictability in the story's resolution. Overall, it is a delightful, educational read for middle-grade audiences.
A reader who enjoys Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes likely appreciates middle-grade mysteries with a cultural and artistic backdrop. Fans of From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg and The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill will find this novel captivating.
2,065 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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240
Novel • Fiction
Coyoacán, Mexico City • Contemporary
2018
Middle grade
8-12 years
710L
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