The Rollercoaster Boy
Lisa Thompson
Subjects
- Funny Stuff - rib ticklers to make you fall off your chair
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
Average rating
THE SUNDAY TIMES’ CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE WEEK ’A warm-hearted, involving story about a mystery explored by a group of unlikely friends in a run-down seaside hotel . The feelgood ending is about kindness and seeking help when you need it’ Nicolette Jones Todd and Laurie’s dad is either on top of the world, taking them on fun adventures, or down in the depths and sleeping all the time. In the middle of the night, he bundles them into the car and drives them to the Paradise Hotel. He paints a picture of a luxurious mansion by the sea, but the reality is a rundown dump and the disappointment means Dad takes to his bed. Todd and Laurie have the run of the place, and meet Scout, the daughter of the owner, who tells them about the night many years ago when a famous novelist vanished from her room on the top floor, which was locked from the inside… with clues to crack, a mystery to solve, and Dad to worry about, this holiday is full of twists and turns. A sensitive, empathetic portrayal of having a parent with bipolar Funny, moving and brilliantly plotted – a true page-turner The Grand Budapest Hotel meets Paddington 2!
Reviews
Very mysterious and exciting
General Orchid Partridge 14.09.2024
A heart warming book I love it
Marshal Kangaroo Sequins 20.07.2024
I would recommend this book because it was enjoyable reading about all the clues they had to solve. My favourite character was Laurie because it was funny her always annoying Todd
Officer Rapper Wellington 08.07.2024
I would recommend this book because it was enjoyable reading about all the clues they had to solve. My favourite character was Laurie because it was funny her always annoying Todd
Officer Rapper Wellington 08.07.2024
It was good but not Amazing
Anonymous 06.09.2023
My favourite character is Todd. Every family is different and have their struggles but it’s important to support each other.
General Chilli Sofa 01.09.2023
This book was amazing. It has a great mystery and full of ups and downs. I loved it!
Senorita Magnolia Remmington 17.08.2023
Star Reviewer
Its about a boy called Todd and his dad hasn't been feeling well when he's better his dad suggested that the three of them should go to paradise hotel when they get there the hotels all run down and the carpet makes lauries eyes hurt.Todd just wants to go home untill Scout tells them legends about a warewolf and room fourty six .I liked laurie best cause she was brave.I would recommend it to someone else.
Senorita Kiki Yo-yo 07.08.2023
I like escape rooms and I cannot lie
Officer Mildred Buffalo 05.08.2023
It is so good I can't explain it.
Baroness Jewel Spinner 23.07.2023
I really enjoyed this book. I have read books from the author of this book before and they're amazing! I would definitely recommend this book to people of all ages!
General Bart Waterfall 21.07.2023
This book is amazing.It is really thought through and I love the twist in the end but I just don't see how this is linked to rollercoaster.
Anonymous 07.07.2023
It was a really good book about a boy who has troubles with his family.
Anonymous 01.09.2022
I was amazing. It was really mysterious as the mystery of the missing person was solved!Hilarious too!
Marshal Rip Quest 29.08.2022
I had no idea that Lisa Thompson’s books were filled with so much mystery and teamwork.l would definitely recommend to my friends.
Coach Hopscotch Rollercoaster 09.08.2022
I really liked this book. It had serious and funny parts but overall was very good.
Nurse Gloriana Piano-key 08.08.2022
This is a great story of suspense and family mishaps. Would defiantly recommend that you read this book.
Dame Mildred Sudoku 05.08.2022
