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Summary: SUPER MYSTERIOUS
Review: The House of Dies Drear is a freaky book but I liked it a lot .I thought Thomas was very bravewhen he pushed the button by the front door and when he went through the tunnels.
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Summary: The House of Dies Drear is booorring!
Review: The House of Dies Drear was the most boring book I have ever read. It had no action. I only have one word to say, LAME!!There were some parts that got interesting, but got boring afterwards. I really would not recommend it.
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Summary: It is a interesting book.You should read it.
Review: I think that this book is a good book.At first it is boring but later on it gets interesting.I liked the part when Thomas goes to the Underground Railroad.Then he finds out about Pluto.At last he tells his family all about the house.
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Summary: A BORING BOOK
Review: THE BOOK, THE HOUSE OF DIES DREAR, ISN'T THAT GOOD.THERE ISN'T MUCH EXCITEMENT IN THE STORY.IT IS JUST A MYSTERY. PEOPLE WHO LIKE MYSTERIES SHOULD READ IT. I DIDN'T LIKE IT ONE BIT.
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Summary: This is a very boring book.
Review: I read this book with a class of mine. I think the story of The House of Dies Drear is boring because there is little action. It doesn't have any funny parts either. I think if you are looking for a book to read, I would not recommend it.
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Summary: THE BOOK OF DIES DREAR IS NOT AN EXCITING BOOK
Review: I do not recommend this book because it does not have any action in it. I like books that have action in them . Also because it does not get to the point until the Chapter 5. I like books to get to the point so I do not get bored.
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Summary: A thrill to the end!
Review: "The House of Dies Drear", by Virginia Hamilton, is an absolute thrill to read. When the main character, Thomas Small, takes his first look at the house, you know this book will be interesting. From the supernatural air that is all through the book, to the twist ending, I would say that this is one of the best books ever! You can really relate to Thomas as he realizes Pluto is not the devil. If you have some time to read a book-read this one. Trust me you'll be glad!
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Summary: The Best of the Best
Review: I urge you to read this fanastic mystery novel about a family moving into a house once owned by a white abolitionist, during the mid twentieth century, by the name of Dies Drear. A piece of history you might say.
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Summary: MAGIC TRIANGLES--Charms or Warnings?
Review: This is a real mystery and suspense novel with historical overtones and a great choice for October reading lists' "Haunted" category. A Black family relocates from North Carolina to Ohio, when the father accepts a teaching position at a local college. Working for a Foundation which preserves Black history, Mr. Small rents the rambling old house of Dies Drear, a Dutch abolitionist who helped fugitive slaves on their dangerous journey to Canada. Riddled with hidden passageways and secret doors, this old house is protected by local superstition and an irascible caretaker named Mr. Pluto (like Hades, god of the Underworld and Vulcan, the blacksmith). Young Thomas is captivated by the idea of living in such a house--but also terrified at times--as he learns more about the Underground Railroad. But why is the Black community so reserved towards the new family? They have stumbled into an area of almost-forgotten feuding between hostile neighbors who are obsessed with the idea of finding the legacy of rich Dies Drear: probably hidden treasure. So Thomas must use his brain and his shaky courage to tackle the town nasties who seem committed to driving his family from the place. He also has to cope with two snoopy neighbor kids, his father's reluctance to reveal all he knows, and the indifference of the house itself. Because Thomas and his father intend to stay and to make a real difference, despite someone's agenda of Hate. Thomas is too spunky to remain cowed for long, nor will he permit the house force his family into surrender; he certainly will not let that Mr. Pluto scare him off with his tricks. The Smalls are here to stay! If only the house at least were on their side. How many generations must suffer while searching for the elusive treasure of that mysterious Dies Drear? And if such treasure truly exists, who has the right to claim it? This is a fascinating and exciting book for readers of all ages--a good introduction to Black History. Discover for yourself the Real treasure of Dies Drear! (PS: She wrote a sequel: The Mystery of Drear House.)
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Summary: Great!
Review: This book was great!! It is a great mystery about a family moving into a house that was used in the Underground Railroad during the Civil war. This house is hounted and you follow the adventures of a young boy named Thomas Small. This book is a must read!!
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