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The London Eye Mystery
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Book Brief
336
Novel • Fiction
London, England • Contemporary
2007
Middle grade
9-12 years
640L
Super Short Summary
In The London Eye Mystery, Ted Spark and his sister Kat team up to uncover the mystery of their cousin Salim's disappearance during a ride on the London Eye Ferris wheel, despite initial difficulties and diverse theories about what happened. The book implicitly discusses autism and uses the term "high-functioning" to describe Ted's place on the spectrum.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Challenging
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Siobhan Dowd's The London Eye Mystery is lauded for its engaging narrative and unique protagonist with learning differences, offering a fresh perspective in the mystery genre. Critics praise its clever plot and emotional depth, though some mention that the pacing can be slow at times. Overall, it's a compelling read with a meaningful message for young readers.
Who Should Read The London Eye Mystery?
Readers who relish quirky, intelligent protagonists and enjoy solving puzzles with a hint of mystery will love The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd. Fans of Enola Holmes and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will find this engaging and heartwarming story particularly appealing.
18,783 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
336
Novel • Fiction
London, England • Contemporary
2007
Middle grade
9-12 years
640L
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