This one is different than Colfer's other books in that it seems to be geared toward a younger crowd. It's less technical than his other books which IThis one is different than Colfer's other books in that it seems to be geared toward a younger crowd. It's less technical than his other books which I liked. The main character is similar to Artemis Fowl in many ways. They are both the same age, they're both highly intelligent, clever, and not exactly the most popular kid in school. But Fletcher Moon is not nearly as sinister as Artemis. As far as I know this is a stand alone but if he chooses to write a sequel for it I would be very interested in reading it. ...more
Of course it's good because Eoin Colfer doesn't know how to write anything less. There's plenty of action, the setting is interesting, and the charactOf course it's good because Eoin Colfer doesn't know how to write anything less. There's plenty of action, the setting is interesting, and the characters are entertaining. its all wrapped up in Colfer's signature style humor. All in all a fun read, I deducted a star because I felt that it was a little too violent for the age it was intended for. ...more
Ok I somehow managed to slog through the first 300 pages but I will not force myself to read any further. This book moves too SLOW! To be fair, I'm noOk I somehow managed to slog through the first 300 pages but I will not force myself to read any further. This book moves too SLOW! To be fair, I'm not a fan of fantasy anyway, but when I do read it I want it to have more action please. ...more
This was the action packed grand finale to an awesome series! There were a lot of things I liked about this book, namely: 1) the characters who each hThis was the action packed grand finale to an awesome series! There were a lot of things I liked about this book, namely: 1) the characters who each had their moment of glory, 2)the fast pace - this is definitely a page turner folks! Thank you Mr. Colfer for not getting so bogged down with technical details that you loose half your audience. 3)the humor - Mr. Colfer has the most wonderful sense of dry humor - love it! 4) the unpredictability - a surprise around every corner. That being said, it was also missing some things. Note to Mr. Colfer: if this really is the last of the series then we are in desperate need of an epilogue here. ...more
Meh. Not that great. It didn't seem like it was very well thought out. Just kind slapped together as one reviewer already said. Meh. Not that great. It didn't seem like it was very well thought out. Just kind slapped together as one reviewer already said. ...more
Totally awesome! Absolutely phenomenal writing! I would definitely consider this distinguished children's literature. I will most definitely be re-reaTotally awesome! Absolutely phenomenal writing! I would definitely consider this distinguished children's literature. I will most definitely be re-reading this one. Highly recommended! ...more
This was the first in a series of four books. The verdict is still out as to whether I will continue onto the next book. Im not much of a series readeThis was the first in a series of four books. The verdict is still out as to whether I will continue onto the next book. Im not much of a series reader but I do make exceptions every now and then. This was a fun and compelling read. Lots of action and humor. I would recommend it to any middle grade reader. ...more
This is a fun book and I can see why kids love it. Not as appealing to me as Harry Potter, but I'm still planning on reading the rest of the series.This is a fun book and I can see why kids love it. Not as appealing to me as Harry Potter, but I'm still planning on reading the rest of the series....more
I give it 3.5 stars. This is a fantasy novel that clips along at a pretty good pace. The main character, Gregor, is likable, but I think my favorite cI give it 3.5 stars. This is a fantasy novel that clips along at a pretty good pace. The main character, Gregor, is likable, but I think my favorite character is "Boots" his little sister. It's really endearing when she says "I poop!" I enjoyed this book because of the pace, (there is no time to get bored)the creativity, and the humor. Don't know if I will continue reading the series, but I might....more
Very thought provoking! I could easily see using this book in a middle school classroom setting to generate a discussion about Dystopian societies. ToVery thought provoking! I could easily see using this book in a middle school classroom setting to generate a discussion about Dystopian societies. Topics of discussion might include some of the following possibilities: how much control should a government have over it's citizens, over-population, courage, heroism, friendship, loyalty, etc.
This is one of those books that is probably best to read with and discuss with your child. There is nothing inappropriate or vulgar in at all just the subject matter is a bit intense....more
This book seemed to have a little more humor and a little less technical jargon which for me was a welcome change. It was a good read, I enjoyed it. IThis book seemed to have a little more humor and a little less technical jargon which for me was a welcome change. It was a good read, I enjoyed it. It's fun to read a little light-hearted fantasy now and again. I definitely liked this one better than #6. I give it 3.5 stars....more
I give this one 3.5 stars. This book is much more thought provoking than I thought it would be. I really like how the friendship between Bobby and AliI give this one 3.5 stars. This book is much more thought provoking than I thought it would be. I really like how the friendship between Bobby and Alicia grows and develops. I'm really not much of a sci-fi fan but this is a good one because it held my attention and didn't get bogged down with too much technical details. I am definitely interested in the sequel. Thanks Dawn for the recommendation!...more
I recently read this book to my little girls ages 6 and 8. At first they were very interested, but after a few chapters their interest waned. We did fI recently read this book to my little girls ages 6 and 8. At first they were very interested, but after a few chapters their interest waned. We did finish it, but they got so bored with it that I don't think they would've minded if we hadn't....more
I guess I feel the same about this one as I did about the last one. I love the cast of characters and Colfer's sense of humor, but I guess maybe I'm jI guess I feel the same about this one as I did about the last one. I love the cast of characters and Colfer's sense of humor, but I guess maybe I'm just getting tired of the series. I kept thinking, "Yeah, yeah, just get on with it!" His books keep getting longer and it's really not necessary. And the plots are getting more complicated, this whole time paradox thing was really confusing to me. If I hadn't been reading aloud I would've skipped over the technical stuff. My kids liked this one just as much as the others though, so maybe it's just me. ...more
I didn't like this one as well as the others, it seemed to drag on a bit. It probably didn't really need to be 385 pages long! It's still worth the reI didn't like this one as well as the others, it seemed to drag on a bit. It probably didn't really need to be 385 pages long! It's still worth the read though, especially the ending....more
Well, what can I say? Another awesome Artemis Fowl book. Can't wait to read number 5!Well, what can I say? Another awesome Artemis Fowl book. Can't wait to read number 5!...more
They just get better and better! I read this one with two of my kids and it was really fun, we just laughed and laughed. We are all anxious to continuThey just get better and better! I read this one with two of my kids and it was really fun, we just laughed and laughed. We are all anxious to continue with the series. We keep wondering why they haven't started an Artemis movie series....more
Excellent sequel! I love Colfer's sense of humor! I started out reading this book to my 11 year old son, but my teenage daughter soon joined in as welExcellent sequel! I love Colfer's sense of humor! I started out reading this book to my 11 year old son, but my teenage daughter soon joined in as well. She didn't like reading it on her own because she said it was too technical, but she does enjoy listening to someone else read it. We are excited to read # three next!...more
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