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Matilda

Roald Dahl

Matilda

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1873 reviews

"A true genius . . . Roald Dahl is my hero" David Walliams Matilda's parents have called her some terrible things, but the truth is she's a genius and they're the stupid ones. Underestimating Matilda proves to be a big mistake as they, along with her spiteful headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, soon find out when Matilda discovers she has a very special power.

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I liked the book because it was so good.I felt so sorry for Matilda when somebody shouted at her but she was brave enough to think of a plan to save her teacher.I will reckommend this book to 7+ children because it can be too scary to younger children.

Anonymous 14.04.2018

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Lord Merlin Wellington 24.02.2024

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I love the part where Miss Trunchball makes the boy eat lots of chocolate

Anonymous 01.02.2024

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Great story. Great characters. Amanda Threp is my favourite.

Dragon Gator Borchester-Smythe 31.01.2024

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She likes books like me

Queen Boadicea Mittens 16.01.2024

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Not quite as funny as the twits. I want to have powers too

Master Natty Ridiculous 07.01.2024

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I like the book Matilda because Matilda is a brave girl and loves books like me I also like her teacher Miss Honey because compared to all the other teachers at Matilda's school she is the nicest. Miss Trunchbull the head teacher is like the meanest person on earth and I am surprised that she is very very proud of it. Matilda's parents hated Matilda as well.

Anonymous 02.01.2024

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Matilda didn't give up even though Miss Trunchball was very mean.

Officer Harmonica Biscuits 30.12.2023

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I think this book is very good. Definitely read it!

Empress Kiki Fascination 28.12.2023

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I think it’s a wonderful book because you can learn that even if you’re in a bad situation just stand up for yourself. My favorite character is the main character which is Matilda because she’s very brave and she’s very smart. My favorite part is when Miss Trunchbull throws a girl by the pink tails.

Baroness Harmonica Sudoku 19.12.2023

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I like Matilda because she uses her powers to be good and teach Miss Trunchball a lesson

Corporal Pug Teabag 11.12.2023

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I don’t like Matilda that much but it was adventurous

Anonymous 22.11.2023

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She is such a brave and clever girl. It’s lovely when she keeps singing.

Anonymous 15.11.2023

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Loved everything ab out this book and will definitely recommend for others to read.

Anonymous 13.11.2023

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This book is all about a smart girl who has mean and horrible parents. Her name is Matilda. She goes to a school called Crunchem Hall Primary School. She showed those horrible grown ups that even though she is small, she can be very smart.

Duchess Bunny Paperclip 17.09.2023

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One of my favourite books that I could read over and over again.

Principal Angel Bumblebee 14.09.2023

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I love this book. I like Matilda and Miss Honey the best. I would recommend this book to everybody.

Senorita Sapphire Archer 10.09.2023

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Roald Dahl is one of my favourite authors. This book is very funny and the musical is good.

Corporal Merlin Volcano 07.09.2023

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I enjoyed this book. It is funny.

Madam Pixie Glitterball 05.09.2023

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I like the part where she finds out that she has special powers.

Lieutenant Rapper Mystery 05.09.2023

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