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There's plenty of action and a nice sprinkling of humour, and the sentences are short, sharp and to the point whilst also doing a little bit of vocabulary extending.

The illustrations are lively and interesting, adding flavour without overwhelming the text. Reading The Secret Dinosaur feels like reading a "proper" book, so it'll be fine for children ready to read alone but there's a nice rhythm to the text that will also suit reading aloud at bedtime.

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I will add my usual caveat for books that end on a cliffhanger. They don't suit everyone.

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So do be aware that The Secret Dinosaur isn't a standalone story and there isn't much in the way of a plot resolution, even for this episode. So be ready to look out book two in the series!

Most children like dinosaurs and I think most children will also like the blend of artificial intelligence and ancient creature that combine to create the Dinoteks. This is a fun and engaging world that Blackman has created and the books are a great fit for the target audience - straightforward, energetic, and imaginative. The hero is funny and courageous and resourceful and readers will easily identify with him. Mr Grubbler, the bad guy curator is suitably evil but not too threatening.

There really is nothing to not like and so The Secret Dinosaur comes with a hearty Bookbag recommendation.

You can find out more about the series at its very own website. Dino-freaks might also like some non-fiction about dinosaurs to look at and If Dinosaurs Were Alive Today by Dougal Dixon is a good choice.

You can read more book reviews or buy The Secret Dinosaur: N S Blackman was kind enough to be interviewed by Bookbag. Just send us an email and we'll put the best up on the site.

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