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Tuesdays at the Castle

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

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Jessica Day George

Tuesdays at the Castle

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Castle Glower • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

In Tuesdays at the Castle by Jessica Day George, eleven-year-old Princess Celie and her siblings strive to protect their kingdom of Sleyne from invaders after their parents go missing. With the help of Castle Glower, a magical castle that changes shape at will, Celie undertakes the grown-up task of documenting the ever-changing structure, ultimately using her knowledge to thwart an assassination plot and unite her family. The book includes dark events such as an assassination plot against the royal family.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Playful

Exciting

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

23,639 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jessica Day George's Tuesdays at the Castle captivates with a whimsical, evolving castle and a resourceful heroine. Readers praise its creativity and engaging plot, perfect for middle-grade fantasy lovers. However, some find character development lacking and plot predictability. Overall, it's a charming and imaginative adventure for young readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tuesdays at the Castle?

A reader who would enjoy Tuesdays at the Castle by Jessica Day George is typically ages 8-12 and loves magical adventures, dynamic characters, and whimsical settings. Fans of Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling and Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine will find this book delightful due to its enchanting and imaginative narrative.

4.4

23,639 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Castle Glower • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

860L

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