Pocket Genius: Sharks

by DK
Pocket Genius: Sharks cover
Good Books rating 3.25
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  • ID: 4765
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-22
  • Reviews: 2
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barnesandnoble.com · Unknown · 2025-10-22
excellent 4.50

This book is a great introduction to the world of sharks, perfect for young readers. It's packed with fascinating facts and vibrant illustrations that make learning about these fascinating creatures both fun and educational.

Pocket Genius: Sharks is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn more about these incredible marine animals. The book is filled with detailed information about different species of sharks, their habitats, and their behaviors. The illustrations are vibrant and engaging, making it a great choice for young readers. They will appreciate the concise yet informative content, which is presented in an easy-to-understand format. Overall, it's a fantastic addition to any child's library, offering both entertainment and education.

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    This book is a great introduction to the world of sharks

    It's packed with fascinating facts and vibrant illustrations

    Perfect for young readers

paracay.com · Unknown · 2025-10-22
disappointing 2.00

The reviewer found 'The Devil in the White City' to be a disappointing read, criticizing its lack of connection between the two main storylines and the excessive descriptive padding. They also took issue with the author's dramatic storytelling techniques, which they found irritating.

The reviewer approached 'The Devil in the White City' with caution, wary of the hype surrounding the book. They found the two main storylines—one about the architect Daniel Burnham and the other about the serial killer Dr. H. H. Holmes—to be almost wholly unconnected, making the book feel disjointed. The excessive descriptive padding throughout the book irritated the reviewer, as did the author's dramatic storytelling techniques, which often felt forced and unnecessary. Despite their initial hopes to at least not hate the book, the reviewer found it boring and irritating, largely due to their disinterest in American history.

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    I thought I wasn’t going to like this because American history mostly bores me

    The two halves of the story are almost wholly unconnected!

    Larson never just launches into the events of a given day. He always has to start with all (NB this is a made-up quote), “It was a warm October day as Daniel Burnham crossed the town square to meet with his investors.

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