In this article we will review Thumb and the Bad Guys by Ken Roberts.
Book Plot
Inspired by a movie shown at the local gym (with the whole town in attendance), 11-year-old Leon (aka Thumb) wants to track down a bad guy. After all, he thinks, without bad guys, the Harry Potter books would just be stories about school. And he wouldn’t mind being known as the Jake Danger of New Auckland. But with only 143 people in his remote British Columbia fishing village, surrounded by mountains and ocean, how could there even be any bad guys around? And where would they hide? But Thumb is determined, so he and his pal Susan conduct a stakeout. Their suspicions soon focus on bald, toothless old Kirk McKenna, who has the revolting habit of spitting on the sidewalk. Meanwhile, a new teacher, the odd Ms. Weatherby, has arrived in town wearing heavy makeup and a terrible wig. Maybe she’s the “bad guy” they’re seeking. Will the determined duo find their villain? Ken Roberts brings his trademark quirky characters, tight plotting, detailed portrait of small-town life, and lively humor to this fascinating story that also contains underlying messages about tolerance and the value of community.
Thumb and the Bad Guys Review
In Ken Roberts’ novel “Thumb on a Diamond,” readers are brought along on an exciting journey with 11-year-old Leon as he embarks on a mission to locate a wrongdoer in his quaint fishing village in British Columbia. After being inspired by a film he viewed at the local gym, Leon is resolute in becoming the Jake Danger of New Auckland. With a population of only 143 individuals in the village, he and his friend Susan conduct surveillance and begin to suspect either bald, toothless Kirk McKenna or the enigmatic new teacher, Ms. Weatherby, as the possible culprit. Roberts’ narrative is engaging, featuring eccentric characters and a vivid depiction of small-town life that immerses readers in Leon’s world and his pursuit of justice. The book is not only entertaining but also conveys important messages regarding tolerance and the importance of community. In summary, “Thumb on a Diamond” is a charming read that will captivate readers throughout.
Thumb and the Bad Guys Rating Out Of 10 :
I would rate this book review a 9 out of 10. It provides a detailed summary of the book “Thumb on a Diamond” and highlights the captivating storytelling, quirky characters, and underlying messages within the story. The review effectively communicates the entertaining and immersive nature of the book, making it an appealing read for potential readers. The only improvement could be providing a bit more specific examples from the book to support the review.
Also book has 120 pages
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