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The Unusual Suspects
(The Sisters Grimm #2)
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Orphaned sisters Sabrina and Daphne are sent to live with their mysterious grandmother. The girls start school, and Daphne is lucky to get Snow White for a teacher, but Sabrina is stuck with mean Mr Grumpner and a class of mildly psychotic sixth graders. When Mr Grumpner is murdered, the sisters must discover which Everafter is responsible.
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April 1st 2007
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(first published October 1st 2005)
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Needing a short filler novel and wanting something lighter, I turned back to Michael Buckley and his Sisters Grimm collection. The stories pull on some of the characters that have emerged in the Grimm fairytales and place two modern sisters in the middle of the narrative, tasked with uncovering various criminal acts. Sabrina and Daphne Grimm have been living with their grandmother for the better part of three weeks. While they have already uncovered a significant crime in Ferryport Landing, they
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Sabrina and Daphne are off to school. Daphne loves being in class with Snow White as a teacher, but Sabrina’s having a tougher time–she keeps getting teased and beat up. Things don’t get any better when Puck joins her class! But even Daphne can’t deny there are monsters loose in the school and they’re killing people. There are red handprints all over. Even Mayor Charming is turning to the Grimm Sisters for help solving the case!
But Sabrina's anger at not being able to find her parents is growin ...more
But Sabrina's anger at not being able to find her parents is growin ...more
First of all, can I say how much I love MG books that actually make me laugh. Not just crack a smile, or get giddy in my soul like the Vulcan fangirl I am, but laugh out loud. Which is precisely what Sisters Grimm has managed to do.
And then there's Sabrina Grimm. Yass, I adore her ^^ Sure, she may get annoying at times, and sometimes the way she deals with Everafters makes me want to go "Dude, you go trust them. Please..." and then punch her. But she's got her good side too. She's got a strong m ...more
And then there's Sabrina Grimm. Yass, I adore her ^^ Sure, she may get annoying at times, and sometimes the way she deals with Everafters makes me want to go "Dude, you go trust them. Please..." and then punch her. But she's got her good side too. She's got a strong m ...more
I liked the first one better, as the mystery in this one only really started around 60%, but there was definitely a few more surprises in this one, what with (view spoiler) And I wonder what's going to happen next!! That ending was so good. (view spoiler) I love the twists to
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4.5 STARS!
OMG I love this series so much. Even I had a hard time figuring out the mystery! These are full of adventures and antics and all the fairytale characters we love and hate.
This had a great lesson on prejudice and sexism, even though I was right alongside Granny in being mad at Sabrina for half the book. And that ending?! WOW
Excited to get into the next one as things are really starting to pick up in the mystery behind the disappearance of their parents.
OMG I love this series so much. Even I had a hard time figuring out the mystery! These are full of adventures and antics and all the fairytale characters we love and hate.
This had a great lesson on prejudice and sexism, even though I was right alongside Granny in being mad at Sabrina for half the book. And that ending?! WOW
Excited to get into the next one as things are really starting to pick up in the mystery behind the disappearance of their parents.
If you should be looking for a fun series to read aloud to some young people in your life, this is a pretty good series. Lots of fairy tale adventure with the characters not exactly like you remember from the originals. Throw in some life lessons for the youngsters and a good time will be had by all.
Having said that, the ending pissed me off...not to mention the 10 and 7 year olds to which I was reading this story. At the height of the action, just when everybody is in peril...I see the dreaded ...more
Having said that, the ending pissed me off...not to mention the 10 and 7 year olds to which I was reading this story. At the height of the action, just when everybody is in peril...I see the dreaded ...more
I wish they had these books around when I was growing up. They are a fun read with a protagonist that any hormonal tween can relate too. I appreciate that we see faults in Sabrina as she learns some hard truths about herself. Flawed heroes and heroines are always more interesting. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this series.
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I read this book on the plane back from the US, and it was terrific! The main character, Sabrina, was feisty and interesting, and the plot was just complex enough to hold my interest. The idea behind this series is that the Brothers Grimm and all the fairytale characters founded a town alongside humans with magical protection so they can live safely (they were chased out of Europe). The Sisters Grimm, modern day relatives of the brothers, live with their grandmother and solve local crimes while
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WOW!!! I actually enjoyed this book!!! # 1 was not the best but this one was AMAZING!! Great characters with a twist of magic. I LOVED reading this surprisingly even if I had to read it for school. Great read!!!!
These books are still, in my eyes the best children's books out there. I wish they would get more popular because they're brilliantly written, creative and equal parts sweet fairy tale and dark story.
The Unusual Suspects follows Sabrina and Daphne, set a few weeks after the first book, as they try to adapt to their new lives in Fairyport landing and balance going to school with doing research for their parents. A new mystery arises for them to solve when their teacher is suddenly found dead at ...more
The Unusual Suspects follows Sabrina and Daphne, set a few weeks after the first book, as they try to adapt to their new lives in Fairyport landing and balance going to school with doing research for their parents. A new mystery arises for them to solve when their teacher is suddenly found dead at ...more
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I love how these are legit little mysteries.
I never would have guessed Rumpelstiltskin was the counselor or that he had anything to do with the murders. Those kids are weird though.
So cute that Daphne helped calm down Mr. Canis, even if it was for just a minute. I hope they bond more.
I don't think I like where the Puck/Sabrina relationship is going. They are fine the way they are. You don't have to add romance into every story.
I never would have guessed Rumpelstiltskin was the counselor or that he had anything to do with the murders. Those kids are weird though.
So cute that Daphne helped calm down Mr. Canis, even if it was for just a minute. I hope they bond more.
I don't think I like where the Puck/Sabrina relationship is going. They are fine the way they are. You don't have to add romance into every story.
This is a solid book in the series. I've read this whole series, but oh my gosh I forgot how annoying Sabrina was. Like girl, pull yourself together. Honestly I just can't stand her as a character.
The Grimm sisters must attend school, which leads straight into a new case. Bullies and boiler rooms. Dodge ball and detention. Hotties and harmonicas.
Good stuff!
Good stuff!
This was quite boring, unfortunately, and very middle-grade but in a bad way. I'm not going to continue the series.
This is my review for, The Unusual Suspect, the second book in the Sisters Grimm series written by Michael Buckley. This was a great book and this is the second time I have read this series, as it is my favorite series of all time and I have not taken any AR tests on it. I recommend this story for anyone who enjoys fairy tales, adventure, and mystery. The story revolves around an eleven year old girl named Sabrina Grimm and her younger sister Daphne Grimm, whose parents have been kidnapped. They
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Dec 28, 2014
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This is the second book in The Sisters Grimm series by Michael Buckley. It's a whimsical romp through the different fairy tales, with myriad characters coming into the story. Puck is completely obnoxious, but is also one of my favorites.
The members of the Grimm family are a diverse mix and I am becoming more vested in them and their story, even if Sabrina seems too whiny. I liked the book and will continue reading the series, especially since our oldest loves the tales.
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The members of the Grimm family are a diverse mix and I am becoming more vested in them and their story, even if Sabrina seems too whiny. I liked the book and will continue reading the series, especially since our oldest loves the tales.
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This book is a the next series of the Grimm Sisters in which the sisters have to work together with their grandma against their will to save a school from mass destruction. Also they have to find the missing children that have disappeared from the school. While doing this they will encounter many fairytale characters like beauty and the beast , the princess and the frog, and rapunzel. They will now have to find out from these following three suspects who is the criminal and what they eventually
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When I originally started the sisters Grimm series, it was because a friend had recommended them to me.
I thought, ok, so I ordered the first four books from my library, and started to read them.
In book one, it took me quite awhile to get into the book, I just wasn't feeling it at all! My friend had said they were amazing! but, nothing really amazed me at first.
When I got to the middle of the book, something clicked, and I couldn't put the book down! I devoured the rest, and grabbed book two, and ...more
I thought, ok, so I ordered the first four books from my library, and started to read them.
In book one, it took me quite awhile to get into the book, I just wasn't feeling it at all! My friend had said they were amazing! but, nothing really amazed me at first.
When I got to the middle of the book, something clicked, and I couldn't put the book down! I devoured the rest, and grabbed book two, and ...more
Definitely loving my redive into this genre, and these books aren't disappointing. If you're looking for a quick and cute middle grade read, this could be the series for you. Can't wait to get to the next book!
Great book!
Another wonderful book in The Sister’s Grimm series! I am in love with all the characters and watching different facets of their personalities come out. I relate to each and every one in my own way.
I love the the twists and surprises along the way and there are many in this novel. I am gong to have to start reading book 3 because I hate cliffhangers lol.
Another wonderful book in The Sister’s Grimm series! I am in love with all the characters and watching different facets of their personalities come out. I relate to each and every one in my own way.
I love the the twists and surprises along the way and there are many in this novel. I am gong to have to start reading book 3 because I hate cliffhangers lol.
How can I not appreciate this series with all of it's fairy tale references and Puck as one of the main characters? I really do enjoy all of the characters and the clever approach to the "real life" situations of major fairy tale characters. This is a fun, light read to bring me a moment of fresh air while I am tackling some more intense reading challenges.
I think you should read it if you like fiction, mythes and spells.
Ok that was really really good. Thank you Author.
Holding onto hate and alienating those around you changes you until you don't even recognize yourself.
This book is a complete action-packed mystery that will blow your mind at the end and that you will love this book no matter what genre you like.
I received the first two books in Michael Buckley's Sisters Grimm books as a gift. The premise of the series sounded incredibly promising and exactly like the kind of thing I would love. Even the covers are great. Unfortunately, I was not as impressed by the first book, The Fairy Tale Detectives, as I had hoped. Still, having The Unusual Suspects, the second volume, in hand I decided to soldier on.
The story opens not too far after the first book. Sabrina (age 11) and her sister Daphne (I think a ...more
The story opens not too far after the first book. Sabrina (age 11) and her sister Daphne (I think a ...more
Omg I loved this book so much! It was fun and creepy and action-packed. I especially liked how Sabrina’s anger was portrayed, because it was real and understandable, even if I hated the things she was saying. I also loved Puc, and the portrayal of middle school. Magical elemennts aside, it felt like there was a lot of truth to this book. And oh that ending! I am just dying to know what happens next!
Ok, I read the entire series straight through and since I didn't write a review for each one and the stories have started blend together (and I know the various reveals), I am going to write one review for books 2 through 9.
The series was enjoyable, but uneven for me. Most of the books never seemed like mysteries with detectives. In some of the books the characters seemed to happen upon events, clues, etc. There were assumptions and gaps in logic, and several characters personalities seemed to s ...more
The series was enjoyable, but uneven for me. Most of the books never seemed like mysteries with detectives. In some of the books the characters seemed to happen upon events, clues, etc. There were assumptions and gaps in logic, and several characters personalities seemed to s ...more
Sabrina & Daphne Grimm are orphaned sisters living with their grandmother. They are decendants of the brothers Grimm, which means that they are surrounded by living stories, people out of fairy tales (Ever Afters). When they start going to school, Daphne is lucky and gets Snow White as a teacher while Sabrina has a terrible school experience, she is always getting teased and beat up. But there are monsters in there school, murders are occuring, including Sabrina's teacher Mr. Grumpner and th
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