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booksndice's review against another edition
4.0
This is a fun and whacky romp. Definitely for Roald Dahl fans!
ladyomni's review against another edition
3.0
I'm not sure about this book. I still can't get over the weird. Alfie, doesn't like going to the dentist because of a bad experience. Mummy is the new dentist and has not so good intentions planned. Winnie, is the social worker who is trying to help Alfie and his sick father and she is one bad chick. Together they make craziness happen. The best part of this book is if you listen to it, the book will make a pling sound for words the author made up.
drdalim's review against another edition
4.0
Good kids book, Daughters are not quite old enough but they will love it at a later stage
sleepflowerrr's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
georgial24's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
howifeelaboutbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I love David Walliams in Little Britain so I was excited to find out he has written loads of books (that’s me, late to the game as usual). I’m just happy that I’ve started reading his books, because this one was great! He cites Roald Dahl as his literary influence and I definitely see that, but in a good way, not a cheap imitation way. Can’t wait to read more of his, which I plan to buy since my library system only has two titles.
bodim's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Absolutely brilliant! The story and the audio production make a wonderful experience! It was thrilling, funny, immersing and disturbing in the best way. It made me feel all kinds of emotion. The author and the cast did a great job, I'm impressed.
_matthewdon_'s review against another edition
3.0
As an avid fan of Walliams' books, I was surprised by his latest book. Either I'm becoming a better reader, or Walliams' writing style has decreased since his last novel (not counting picture book attempt N. 1). It is an enjoyable affair, no matter how many flaws it has, but it did feel tired, like he'd ran out of ideas, despite it's undeniable originality. I, however, did love the gruesome turn that Walliams' storytelling has recently took, because seriously, his Demon Dentist was deliciously evil in every way, no matter how one-dimensional the villain was (not even a first name). It's cutely gruesome (especially thanks to Tony Ross' illustrations) and despite a hugely unlikable hero, the supporting cast (including a colourful social worker and a dumb PC) do save the book from being complete utter tosh.