A review by lisaarnsdorf
The Monster in the Lake by Davide Ortu, Louie Stowell

adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really liked this second book, and so did my boys, 8 and 6. It’s a little spooky and the story is a good mystery set in this fantastical world. The kids each wavered in their abilities and feelings of worth, so there were some good life lessons, too.