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When sorting books in the basement of the town library, Ricky Kidd stumbles on what he thinks might be a treasure map. Soon, the entire town is buzzing about it, and the race is on to find the treasure that the town miser hid before his death. Can Ricky and his friends find the treasure first? Is there even a treasure to find?
It’s been a while since I first read this series or revisited the characters, but I quickly fell back under their spell. The characters are absolutely wonderful with hints at hidden layers. The plot is strong with wonderful clues and twists before the end. And there are some great laughs and nice thoughtful moments along the way as well. The target middle grade audience will love it, and any mystery reader will enjoy it as well.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/08/book-review-race-for-park-street.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
It’s been a while since I first read this series or revisited the characters, but I quickly fell back under their spell. The characters are absolutely wonderful with hints at hidden layers. The plot is strong with wonderful clues and twists before the end. And there are some great laughs and nice thoughtful moments along the way as well. The target middle grade audience will love it, and any mystery reader will enjoy it as well.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/08/book-review-race-for-park-street.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Hazel (1853 KP) rated Treasure, Darkly in Books
Aug 16, 2019
Jordan Elizabeth tackles steampunk fiction in her new young adult series Treasure Chronicles. In the first book of the series, Treasure, Darkly we are introduced to seventeen-year-old Clark Treasure who pinches a bottle of what he assumes is absinthe from a captain's pocket. After drinking it, however, Clark discovers he has ingested a liquid that gives him the power to awaken the dead. Wanted by the army to be experimented on, Clark goes into hiding and searches for the man he believes to be his father - one of the wealthiest men in the world, Garth Treasure.
On the Treasure ranch, Clark receives a warm welcome from his supposed father and step-mother, however, his half-brothers are not so keen on his arrival. His half-sister Amethyst, on the other hand, is an entirely different battle. Romance blossoms between the two siblings, which Clark has to fight... or perhaps there is a chance he is not really her brother?
Being on a Wanted list and coping with an illicit relationship is only part of Clark's troubles. The liquid he stole also allows him to see the dead and some of them have unfinished business, with which only Clark can help them. Full of adventure, danger, love and science fiction, Treasure, Darkly is a story packed with twists and turns. The characters evoke emotion in readers, causing us to either love or hate them but, ultimately, wish for Clark's success and safety.
Treasure Chronicles promises to be an exciting, engaging series for those who love fantasy, science fiction, romance and historical stories. With never a dull moment, Clark Treasure's plight will attract new and old readers of Jordan Elizabeth.
On the Treasure ranch, Clark receives a warm welcome from his supposed father and step-mother, however, his half-brothers are not so keen on his arrival. His half-sister Amethyst, on the other hand, is an entirely different battle. Romance blossoms between the two siblings, which Clark has to fight... or perhaps there is a chance he is not really her brother?
Being on a Wanted list and coping with an illicit relationship is only part of Clark's troubles. The liquid he stole also allows him to see the dead and some of them have unfinished business, with which only Clark can help them. Full of adventure, danger, love and science fiction, Treasure, Darkly is a story packed with twists and turns. The characters evoke emotion in readers, causing us to either love or hate them but, ultimately, wish for Clark's success and safety.
Treasure Chronicles promises to be an exciting, engaging series for those who love fantasy, science fiction, romance and historical stories. With never a dull moment, Clark Treasure's plight will attract new and old readers of Jordan Elizabeth.
Dean (6921 KP) rated Uncharted (2022) in Movies
Feb 17, 2022
Good Treasure Hunt Film
Never played the games so can't compare them. The film is a bright and breezy action, treasure hunt film. Similar to @National Treasure (2004) solving some basic puzzles and clues as they trot around the globe in their quest. You sometimes feel you're watching Spider-Man again at times with Holland's acrobatic stunts. It's funny in places and an enjoyable watch if nothing outstanding.
Elton John recommended Treasure Island in Books (curated)
Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) created a video about Sea of Thieves in Video Games
Oct 20, 2017 (Updated Oct 20, 2017)
David McK (3168 KP) rated National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007) in Movies
Oct 10, 2021
Second and (currently) last of the Nic Cage starring National Treasure movies, with this particular one a bit more globe-trotting (US, Paris, London) than its predecessor and which sees the Gates family out to clear the name of one of their ancestors, who has just been implicated in the Abraham Lincoln assassination.
Cue more running about, following clues that (eventually) lead to another hidden treasure...
And no, I don't mean Dame Helen Mirren as Ben Gates mum.
Cue more running about, following clues that (eventually) lead to another hidden treasure...
And no, I don't mean Dame Helen Mirren as Ben Gates mum.
Chris Moore (1 KP) rated Meet Me In St. Louis (1944) in Movies
Dec 29, 2017 (Updated Dec 29, 2017)
Tilda Swinton recommended Great Expectations in Books (curated)
Russ Troutt (291 KP) rated Finding 'Ohana (2021) in Movies
Jan 31, 2021
Hey you guys, if you're looking for a fun flick to watch with the ohana then this should fit the bill. It's very Goonies-ish, and even stars Ke Huy Quan who played Data in The Goonies. If you've been to Oahu then it's fun seeing all the recognizable places. And if you're lucky enough to curl up with your ohana to watch this movie, then you no need to go on a treasure hunt for the treasure is right there beside you.