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Gli Invisibili #1
A rontás könyve
Az olasz ifjúsági regény főhősei mai amerikai tinédzserek, akik rendkívüli mentális képességeik révén hihetetlen kalandokba keverednek, amikor a gonosz varázsló őket használja fel, hogy megszerezze a világhatalomhoz szükséges Rontás Könyvét. Telepatikus kommunikáció, hipnózis, szemfényvesztés, véráldozat, varázslatok... Kiderül, ki az igaz barát, ki az ellenség, és az is bizonyossá válik, hogy felnőttként nem feltétlenül kell feladni az ifjúkori álmokat, megőrizhető a gyermeki lélek tisztasága idősebb korban is. A gonosz varázsló ugyan azt állítja: nem gyerekjáték a varázslás. Vagy talán mégis?
252 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2000
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April 4, 2018
La storia, di per sé, potrebbe essere considerata buona, ma non ho apprezzato lo stile di scrittura dell'autore. Purtroppo non rispetta le regole grammaticali e della punteggiatura.
January 28, 2026
It is a young adult detective novel with paranormal elements, clearly aimed at a younger readership. The story opens with an intriguing premise and a promising sense of mystery, but over time struggles to fully deliver on its initial ideas.
The novel follows twelve-year-old Douglas, who spends his summer holidays in the small town of Misty Bay. From the very beginning, strange events hint that this will not be a quiet stay. A mysterious film seen on a plane, the sudden death of a woman close to his uncle, and unsettling occurrences around town all point towards the return of the so-called Invisibles, a group of teenagers who once protected others and then vanished without a trace. The concept itself is genuinely appealing and carries a strong sense of adventure and nostalgia.
The book is very easy and quick to read, partly due to its short length and partly because of its light, informal style. The language often feels distinctly youthful, at times almost as if it were written by a peer rather than an adult author. For younger readers this may be a strength, but for older ones it can feel simplistic or even distracting. It is unclear whether some awkward phrasing and unnatural sentence constructions stem from the original text or from the translation (I read it in Polish), but the overall style frequently undermines immersion. The heavy reliance on dialogue, frequent use of onomatopoeia, and lack of descriptive passages give the story a somewhat flat and rushed feel.
Character development is one of the novel’s weaker points. While the protagonists are generally likeable, they remain largely undeveloped and difficult to distinguish from one another. Their conversations often feel forced or unnecessary, and there is little emotional depth to anchor the reader to their experiences. As a result, it is hard to become truly invested in their fates.
The plot itself is uneven. While some twists are predictable and the pacing occasionally falters, the story does manage to surprise in its later stages. The final part of the book introduces a stronger sense of tension, and several mysteries are resolved in a way that is genuinely engaging. Unfortunately, not all threads are neatly tied up, and some explanations remain vague or confusing, as if certain details were simply forgotten.
Despite its flaws, the novel has a certain charm. The themes of friendship, loss, love, death, and renewal are present, even if not explored in great depth. The idea of the Invisibles as a secret group acting quietly in the background is compelling enough to spark curiosity about the continuation of the series.
Verdict: A short, accessible mystery with a strong central idea that never quite reaches its full potential. Best suited for younger readers who enjoy light paranormal adventures. While the execution is uneven and the writing style problematic, the underlying concept and late-story twists make it interesting enough to consider reading the sequel.
The novel follows twelve-year-old Douglas, who spends his summer holidays in the small town of Misty Bay. From the very beginning, strange events hint that this will not be a quiet stay. A mysterious film seen on a plane, the sudden death of a woman close to his uncle, and unsettling occurrences around town all point towards the return of the so-called Invisibles, a group of teenagers who once protected others and then vanished without a trace. The concept itself is genuinely appealing and carries a strong sense of adventure and nostalgia.
The book is very easy and quick to read, partly due to its short length and partly because of its light, informal style. The language often feels distinctly youthful, at times almost as if it were written by a peer rather than an adult author. For younger readers this may be a strength, but for older ones it can feel simplistic or even distracting. It is unclear whether some awkward phrasing and unnatural sentence constructions stem from the original text or from the translation (I read it in Polish), but the overall style frequently undermines immersion. The heavy reliance on dialogue, frequent use of onomatopoeia, and lack of descriptive passages give the story a somewhat flat and rushed feel.
Character development is one of the novel’s weaker points. While the protagonists are generally likeable, they remain largely undeveloped and difficult to distinguish from one another. Their conversations often feel forced or unnecessary, and there is little emotional depth to anchor the reader to their experiences. As a result, it is hard to become truly invested in their fates.
The plot itself is uneven. While some twists are predictable and the pacing occasionally falters, the story does manage to surprise in its later stages. The final part of the book introduces a stronger sense of tension, and several mysteries are resolved in a way that is genuinely engaging. Unfortunately, not all threads are neatly tied up, and some explanations remain vague or confusing, as if certain details were simply forgotten.
Despite its flaws, the novel has a certain charm. The themes of friendship, loss, love, death, and renewal are present, even if not explored in great depth. The idea of the Invisibles as a secret group acting quietly in the background is compelling enough to spark curiosity about the continuation of the series.
Verdict: A short, accessible mystery with a strong central idea that never quite reaches its full potential. Best suited for younger readers who enjoy light paranormal adventures. While the execution is uneven and the writing style problematic, the underlying concept and late-story twists make it interesting enough to consider reading the sequel.
October 30, 2023
Świetna zabawa! Napewno sięgnę po 2gą część😍
August 19, 2021
Premetto che ho recuperato questo libro parecchi anni dopo averlo acquistato insieme ai due volumi successivi, e sono ormai fuori target.
La lettura è stata ostica e sgradevole principalmente per un utilizzo scorretto dei segni di punteggiatura. Abbondano i puntini sospensivi e i punti esclamativi, spesso usati a sproposito. Anche le virgole non sono sempre poste nei punti corretti delle frasi, arrivando in un caso a interporsi addirittura tra soggetto e predicato. Per ultimo, l'uso delle virgolette e dei corsivi è spesso improprio: vengono virgolettate sia parole corrette (es. telepate) sia imprecise, ma le parole imprecise sono a volte espresse in corsivo, così come in corsivo (e non fra virgolette) sono esplicitate le frasi che i personaggi pensano ma non pronunciano. Il risultato è un testo confuso, nonostante sia -da copertina- la seconda edizione riveduta e corretta.
Passando alla trama, l'ho trovata a tratti interessante, a tratti tediosa. Il ritmo è molto incostante e affretta nelle ultime pagine le risposte agli interrogativi del libro, che risultano però non del tutto soddisfacenti. Interessanti alcuni colpi di scena che spezzano la narrazione ricca di cliché del genere (non per forza negativi di per loro, sia chiaro).
Infine, un parere personale: alcune rivelazioni conclusive non mi hanno convinto del tutto e le ho trovate parecchio sbrigative e un po' dialleliche (come direbbe forse Peter). Per tutta la lettura ho avuto la costante sensazione che recitato, invece che letto, sarebbe stato più godibile. Tuttavia, essendo pensato come un libro e non come un film, lascia molto a desiderare.
Non penso recupereró i seguiti.
Lo consiglio come lettura per ragazzi, magari letto e interpretato da un familiare o un amico per un maggiore intrattenimento.
La lettura è stata ostica e sgradevole principalmente per un utilizzo scorretto dei segni di punteggiatura. Abbondano i puntini sospensivi e i punti esclamativi, spesso usati a sproposito. Anche le virgole non sono sempre poste nei punti corretti delle frasi, arrivando in un caso a interporsi addirittura tra soggetto e predicato. Per ultimo, l'uso delle virgolette e dei corsivi è spesso improprio: vengono virgolettate sia parole corrette (es. telepate) sia imprecise, ma le parole imprecise sono a volte espresse in corsivo, così come in corsivo (e non fra virgolette) sono esplicitate le frasi che i personaggi pensano ma non pronunciano. Il risultato è un testo confuso, nonostante sia -da copertina- la seconda edizione riveduta e corretta.
Passando alla trama, l'ho trovata a tratti interessante, a tratti tediosa. Il ritmo è molto incostante e affretta nelle ultime pagine le risposte agli interrogativi del libro, che risultano però non del tutto soddisfacenti. Interessanti alcuni colpi di scena che spezzano la narrazione ricca di cliché del genere (non per forza negativi di per loro, sia chiaro).
Infine, un parere personale: alcune rivelazioni conclusive non mi hanno convinto del tutto e le ho trovate parecchio sbrigative e un po' dialleliche (come direbbe forse Peter). Per tutta la lettura ho avuto la costante sensazione che recitato, invece che letto, sarebbe stato più godibile. Tuttavia, essendo pensato come un libro e non come un film, lascia molto a desiderare.
Non penso recupereró i seguiti.
Lo consiglio come lettura per ragazzi, magari letto e interpretato da un familiare o un amico per un maggiore intrattenimento.
August 30, 2023
Ik moet heel eerlijk toegeven dat ik ook geen idee had wat ik van dit boek moest verwachten. Ik heb de boxset met vier boeken in deze serie ooit gekocht voor heel weinig geld. De boeken hebben al die tijd in mijn kast gestaan en dit jaar kwam ik ze tegen bij het herinrichten. Aangezien ik de boeken die ik niet meer ga lezen weggeef aan mijn nichtje ben ik ook boeken gaan lezen waar ik over twijfel. Mijn twijfel bij dit boek was terecht. Het is een leuke middle grade, maar behalve een spannend avontuur en wat magie heeft het verhaal weinig te bieden. De emoties van de personages worden niet of nauwelijks beschreven. En ook qua persoonlijke ontwikkeling gebeurt er weinig. Dit boek is verder wel prima geschreven en opgebouwd, maar het past dus niet bij mij. Dit boek en de drie nog ongelezen vervolgdelen gaan dus linea recta naar mijn nichtje. Misschien vindt zij ze wel leuk!
July 16, 2023
Teljesen értem miért imádtam ezt a könyvet gyerekként.
Így évekkel később is 10/10. Bár most már más vonalakat látok benne mint előtte, így is imádom.
És a plot twistek megmaradtak, de imádom őket így is!
Így évekkel később is 10/10. Bár most már más vonalakat látok benne mint előtte, így is imádom.
És a plot twistek megmaradtak, de imádom őket így is!
December 6, 2020
Не прорвався, надто дитяча.
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April 2, 2021These books were some of my favorites when i was very young, i'd love to go back and read them again
August 11, 2021
Gdy przeczytałem, że to Damon Knight jest winny, a nie Angus Scrimm. Miałem oczy jak 5 złoty. Książka jest naprawdę super, pomimo tego, że nie przepadam za fantastyką 🤩 polecam!
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September 5, 2021
Un inizio promettente.
February 14, 2025
Mi è piaciuto molto, da rileggere volentieri
June 7, 2025
Tajemnica Misty Bay to typowa młodzieżowa powieść detektywistyczna z elementami paranormalnymi. Zaczyna się obiecująco, a klimat tajemnicy i przygody jest dobrze zbudowany. Niestety, fabuła z czasem staje się przewidywalna, a postacie – choć sympatyczne – niezbyt pogłębione. Tempo również bywa nierówne. Mimo tych wad książka ma swój urok.
July 26, 2011
Beaucoup de faits troublants et inquiétants surviennent dans ce roman. C'est bien simple, et même si cette lecture est idéalement indiquée pour les jeunes lecteurs, il règne une atmosphère nimbée de suspense et de fantastique qui procure une poussée d'adrénaline. Cette série connaîtrait un gros succès dans son pays, en Italie. Il faut dire que la recette est simple, efficace, les personnages sont sympathiques, l'intrigue habile et bien troussée, il y a de l'action, du danger, de l'amitié et une promesse de retrouvailles fort réjouissantes... donc, pourquoi pas ?
Le tome 2 serait prévu en novembre 2011 : Les Invisibles et la sorcière de Dark Falls.
Le tome 2 serait prévu en novembre 2011 : Les Invisibles et la sorcière de Dark Falls.
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March 18, 2022Przyznam, że sięgnęłam po pozycją nie do końca skierowaną w moją kategorię wiekową. Jednak czytało mi się lekko i przyjemnie.
Albo nie pamiętam już, jak rozmawiają ze sobą 12-letnie dzieciaki, albo niektóre dialogi są tutaj czasem lekko nienaturalne. Historia jest ciekawa, jednak czasem mam wrażenie zbyt zagmatwana. Jednak całokształt mi się podobał. Zdecydowanie byłabym fanką tej książki, gdybym przeczytała ją jakieś 5-10 lat temu :)
Albo nie pamiętam już, jak rozmawiają ze sobą 12-letnie dzieciaki, albo niektóre dialogi są tutaj czasem lekko nienaturalne. Historia jest ciekawa, jednak czasem mam wrażenie zbyt zagmatwana. Jednak całokształt mi się podobał. Zdecydowanie byłabym fanką tej książki, gdybym przeczytała ją jakieś 5-10 lat temu :)
February 28, 2013
What can you expect from this book?
- interesting mystery to be solved
- resolute kids with some magic skills
- well written book full of action
Very nice book. Written in rather simple language. It holds young reader in suspense.
- interesting mystery to be solved
- resolute kids with some magic skills
- well written book full of action
Very nice book. Written in rather simple language. It holds young reader in suspense.
November 20, 2014
Davvero molto carino. Pieno di avventura e mistero.
I personaggi sono davvero belli e funzionano.
I personaggi sono davvero belli e funzionano.
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