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Jemma Hatt
Author
The Adventurers and the Sea of Discovery
Jemma Hatt, author

Middle Grade; General Fiction (including literary and historical); (Market)

A secret hidden deep under the sea is about to surface… Arriving in Greece on the trail of a missing friend, The Adventurers land themselves in a mystery filled with suspense. An ancient map has been discovered, but where does it lead? Who are the menacing figures pursuing them at every turn? Join Lara, Rufus and the gang as they set sail for an island-hopping escapade!
Plot/Idea: 8 out of 10
Originality: 7 out of 10
Prose: 7 out of 10
Character/Execution: 7 out of 10
Overall: 7.25 out of 10

Assessment:

Plot/Idea: Hatt’s novel is cleverly paced and chock-full of action, a perfect blend for her intended audience. The ending comes with a gratifying twist that adds depth to the storyline and will keep readers invested in future installments.

Prose: Suspense-building prose is liberally scattered throughout the story and moves the plot along, particularly during the more adrenaline-fueled scenes. There are isolated moments of awkward dialogue, but these do not distract from the otherwise crisp writing.

Originality: The plot twist in Hatt’s finale elevates this story’s originality and gives the novel a climactic edge, but most of the storyline will ring familiar for fans of the genre.

Character Development/Execution: Hatt’s characters are entertaining, and will amuse readers with humorous antics and courageous doings, but they tend to meld into a charming group without distinct standouts. The dynamics between the kids and adults in this story feel authentic, and will be a hit with middle grade audiences.

Date Submitted: April 14, 2022

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