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Tom Sawyer, Detective

Mark Twain
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Tom Sawyer, Detective

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998

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Mark Twain

Tom Sawyer, Detective

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arkansas • 1840s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

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Super Short Summary

In Tom Sawyer, Detective, a young boy named Tom Sawyer teams up with his friend Huckleberry Finn. They embark on an adventure in Arkansas, where they become embroiled in solving a mysterious crime involving murder, stolen diamonds, and mistaken identity. The novel blends humor, intrigue, and twists in depicting Tom's detective exploits.

Humorous

Adventurous

Mysterious

Playful

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.0

3,395 ratings

55%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tom Sawyer, Detective by Mark Twain offers an entertaining blend of humor and mystery. Positively, readers appreciate Twain's clever narrative and engaging plot twists. However, some criticize its lack of depth compared to Twain's other works and the reliance on stereotypes. Overall, it is a lighthearted and engaging read for those who enjoy classic adventure tales.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tom Sawyer, Detective?

A reader who enjoys Tom Sawyer, Detective by Mark Twain likely appreciates classic literature with humor and adventure. Fans of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle or The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, also by Twain, will enjoy the blend of mystery and wit in this engaging tale.

4.0

3,395 ratings

55%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arkansas • 1840s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

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