BOOK REVIEW | THE SECRET KEEPERS

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I'm back!
So this will be my very first post in 2018 and from the beginning I was kinda indecisive on what to write but then I decided to do another book review since I'm in the mood for reading.
Today's book is  The Secret Keepers by Trenton Lee Stewart. Some of you might recognize him as he is also the author for the brilliant book of 'The Mystery Benedict Society' series.

  

Rating: ★★★★

A magical watch.
A string of secrets.
A race against time.

When Reuben discovers an extraordinary antique watch, he soon learns it has a secret power and his life takes an intriguing turn. At first he is thrilled with his new treasure, but as one secret leads to another, Reuben finds himself torn between his innately honest nature and the lure to be a hero.

Now he is on a dangerous adventure--full of curious characters, treacherous traps, and hairsbreadth escapes--as he races to solve the mystery before it is too late. Even with fearless Penny, mighty Jack, and the wise Mrs. Genevieve on his side, can Reuben outwit and outmaneuver the sly villain called The Smoke and his devious defenders the Directions and save the city from a terrible fate?

In this ingeniously crafted novel, acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Trenton Lee Stewart invites readers to join the adventure, decipher the clues, and ask themselves the question: Is knowing a secret a gift or a curse? 

I received this on the October of 2017 and what kept me from reading it sooner was because this book is so long with over 500 pages. But then, i regret it. Each chapters was very detailed and nuanced. This book is amazing even it is very descriptive. It starts out a bit slow but after few chapters, the pace is getting better. Although i felt like for some parts, if they were being removed wouldn't affect the story at all. The mystery was very intriguing and the plot builds up very well.

 I love how the author portrays the intimate relationship between Ruben and his mother. As Ruben never knew his father, his mother is all everything he have despite having a very difficult life in the Lower Downs. He has no friends so he spent most of his spare time exploring and hiding all by himself. However, he usually will come home in time before his mother come back from her works. Putting aside their tiredness, they will spend time together having fun. For me, they are so kind and very supportive to each other. This shows at the end of the story where his mother is the key to his escape from the harm apart with the help of other supporting casts. I do adore all the characters.

Throughout reading this book, i kept making guess. After knowing the truth, i like it more as it is than what i thought could happen. The story is very well written and for young readers, it should not be a huge problem for them to get along with the books. This book is enjoyable for it has unexpected twists and turns at every corner and full of puzzles and tricks. It also holds on to many good values to be learned. I definitely recommend this book.

 Lots of love - R