Demon Dentist

by David Walliams
Demon Dentist cover
Good Books rating 3.33
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  • ID: 3689
  • Added: 2025-10-18
  • Updated: 2025-10-19
  • ISBN: 9780007453597
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2013-09-26
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

David Walliams, the number one bestselling author, delivers another jaw-achingly funny novel that promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story revolves around a peculiar new dentist who arrives in town, bringing with her a series of bizarre and terrifying events. Young readers will be captivated by the blend of humor and suspense as they follow the protagonist's encounters with the enigmatic dentist. /n/nThe book is not just a thrilling tale but also a testament to Walliams' knack for creating characters and scenarios that are both outrageously funny and slightly sinister. With its engaging narrative and vivid imagery, 'Demon Dentist' is sure to become a favorite among young readers who enjoy a good laugh mixed with a dash of horror.

Reviews
Storgy Kids · 2018-07-09
excellent 4.50

This adventure is praised for its creepiness and exciting ending, with well-developed main characters.

The reviewer highly recommends this book for its thrilling adventure and the right balance of creepiness, making it an exciting read. The main characters are particularly well-developed, adding depth to the story. The ending is described as really exciting, leaving a lasting impression. The book's ability to keep readers engaged throughout is highlighted as a major strength.

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    This is an excellent adventure, with the right amount of creepiness and a really exciting ending.

    The main characters are great.

    There is plenty ...

The Guardian · 2014-02-13
enjoyable 3.50

The book is described as comic and spooky, with fun made-up words, though some parts were less enjoyable.

The reviewer found the book to be a delightful mix of humor and spookiness, particularly enjoying the creative use of made-up words. However, they mention that not all parts of the book were equally engaging, indicating some areas could have been improved. Overall, the book's unique style and entertaining elements make it a enjoyable read for children.

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    I liked this book because it was comic, a bit spooky and totally unbelievable!

    The made-up word alerts were fun too.

    I wasn't so keen on the ...

Goodreads · 2013-09-26
disappointing 2.00

The characters felt flat and the plot was weak, with the Demon Dentist not being as scary as it could have been.

The reviewer found the characters in the book to be flat and the plot to be weak, which detracted from the overall experience. They felt that the Demon Dentist character could have been made much scarier to enhance the story's impact. Despite these criticisms, the book still has its moments, but it falls short of its potential due to these issues.

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    The characters felt very flat and the plot was weak.

    The Demon Dentist could have been made much scarier.

    The book could have been so much better.

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