43 pages 1 hour read

Wendy Mass, Rebecca Stead

The Lost Library

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead's The Lost Library invites readers into a whimsical yet heartfelt tale of mystery and adventure. Reviewers praise its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and charming setting. However, some feel the story pacing is uneven. Overall, it’s a delightful read for middle-grade audiences that balances intrigue with warmth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lost Library?

A reader who would enjoy The Lost Library by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead is likely a middle-grade student who loves adventure, mystery, and the magic of books. Fans of The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall or Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein will find this story appealing for its engaging plot and charming characters.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Book Details

Topics
Animals
Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Themes
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Values/Ideas: Literature
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies