Book Review

Basic Details:

Book Title: Inglestone Manor

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Author: S S Saywack

Genre: Historical Fiction

Part of a series? No

Order in series:

Best read after earlier books in series?

Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62211199-inglestone-manor

Overall score:

I scored this book 5/5

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Short Summary of the book:

This is a great work of historical fiction. During WWII, 3 children are evacuated for their safety. Soon, things turn out to not be quite as they seemed. Why did this elderly lady request their presence specifically? Why are the servants so difficult towards them? And who is that boy in the ruins?

What I liked about the book:

The book kept me on tenterhooks the entire time. Just like the  Mary Finch series, this is another great book.

What I didn’t like about the book:

There wasn’t anything I didn’t like about the book.

My favourite bits in the book:

The book was an enjoyable read.

My least favourite bits in the book:

I enjoyed the entire book.

Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?

This is the sixth book I’ve read by this author. Another little treasure to read.

What books could this be compared to and why?

This is a young adult crime and mystery novel with a hint of the paranormal.

Recommendation:

In summary, I would recommend this book to the following readers:

Children No

Young Adult Yes

Adult Yes

If you like crime and mystery, this book may be the book for you.

Book Description by Author:

It is 1944. It seems the war will never end. When Lizzy and her brother and sister are evacuated to the village of Inglestone, they find their new home strange. Under the shadow of the ruined Inglestone Manor, they meet Dorothy Inglestone, the last of her line, and the ever-watchful Mr and Mrs Gains.

When they are told of a treasure hidden in a ruin manor, they can’t resist trying to find it. In their hunt, they come across a strange boy roaming the ruins. Not only is he wanted by the police, but he is also wanted by the Gains.

Can the Allens keep a secret and not betray the boy? Before long, their loyalties will be tested.

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