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This Isn't What It Looks Like

Pseudonymous Bosch
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This Isn't What It Looks Like

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010

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Pseudonymous Bosch

This Isn't What It Looks Like

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

423

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

780L

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Super Short Summary

In This Isn't What It Looks Like by Pseudonymous Bosch, readers follow a young girl named Cass who falls into a coma-like state after consuming a mysterious chocolate. While navigating this new reality, Cass communicates with her friends and works to unlock the secrets of the past to save herself and ensure their safety.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Humorous

Fantastical

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.5

16,743 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

This Isn't What It Looks Like captivates with its whimsical storytelling and clever humor, appealing to young readers' imaginations. Bosch's interactive writing style keeps readers engaged. However, some may find the plot convoluted and challenging to follow. Overall, the book balances mystery and fun, making it an entertaining read for its target audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read This Isn't What It Looks Like?

A reader who enjoys This Isn't What It Looks Like by Pseudonymous Bosch likely appreciates mystery, adventure, and humor. Fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society series by Trenton Lee Stewart or Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events will find this book engaging with its eccentric characters and clever twists.

4.5

16,743 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

423

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

780L

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