So. This entire review will be about the momentum of this story because its pace is just really scary. No, not scary. Exhilarating. From the very beginning, everthing is peaceful and all... until Jake's house's room is rented out to a "communist" WEll, that's what Jake thinks, but there's actually a really surprising twist in the end. Starting from the place where his father's room is rented out, a bunch of events happen that is so heart thumping and exciting. But as exciting as it is, it's just too much. THere's no leeway in between, so it's hard for me to think through about the events, and what they mean. It's good for entertainment but if you are a deep reader like I am, you probably won't like this book that much.

I think the author portrayed the character really well, but she has to act her age, she feels more like a 7th grader to me than a high schooler. The character development was good, and it ended really nicely. Kate DiCamillo could do better, though.

lots of my friends read this book and said it was good, but I disagree. I'm home schooled and going from the transition from homeschool to public school isn't just like *snap* and everythings all right. The main character does go through some hard times but it happens gradually, not that quickly. Also, the ending wasn't completely satisfactory.

I really want to win the summer reading challenge but good luck to everyone. Keep reading! -@artemis369

You can review any book you wish not just the seven on the list