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The Secret Island

Enid Blyton
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The Secret Island

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002

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Enid Blyton

The Secret Island

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

163

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Secret Island, Enid Blyton follows four children who escape their difficult lives to inhabit a hidden island. Living independently, they create a self-sustained sanctuary and navigate challenges as they explore nature and enjoy newfound freedom while maintaining their secret.

Adventurous

Exciting

Nostalgic

Playful

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

5,573 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Secret Island by Enid Blyton is a charming tale of adventure and self-sufficiency, delighting readers with its imaginative setting and youthful escapades. While praised for its engaging narrative and sense of independence, some criticize its dated elements and lack of character depth. Overall, it's a nostalgic read that captivates young audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Secret Island?

The ideal reader for Enid Blyton's The Secret Island is a young adventurer who relishes tales of independence and resourcefulness. Similar readers might enjoy J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan or Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons. These books share themes of exploration and the joys of discovering new worlds.

4.4

5,573 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

163

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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