Tom Sawyer, Detective
Tom Sawyer, Detective
Book Brief
BetaNovel • Fiction
Arkansas • 1840s
1998
YA
12-15 years
Super Short Summary
In Tom Sawyer, Detective, a young boy named Tom Sawyer teams up with his friend Huckleberry Finn. They embark on an adventure in Arkansas, where they become embroiled in solving a mysterious crime involving murder, stolen diamonds, and mistaken identity. The novel blends humor, intrigue, and twists in depicting Tom's detective exploits.
Humorous
Adventurous
Mysterious
Playful
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
3,395 ratings
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Review Roundup
Tom Sawyer, Detective by Mark Twain offers an entertaining blend of humor and mystery. Positively, readers appreciate Twain's clever narrative and engaging plot twists. However, some criticize its lack of depth compared to Twain's other works and the reliance on stereotypes. Overall, it is a lighthearted and engaging read for those who enjoy classic adventure tales.
Who Should Read Tom Sawyer, Detective?
A reader who enjoys Tom Sawyer, Detective by Mark Twain likely appreciates classic literature with humor and adventure. Fans of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle or The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, also by Twain, will enjoy the blend of mystery and wit in this engaging tale.
3,395 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Tom Sawyer, Detective is a sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and was published in 1896, featuring Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn involved in a mystery-solving adventure similar to the detective stories popular at the time.
The novel was inspired by a true crime case, specifically the mysterious 1853 murder of a Swedish immigrant named John Anderson in Illinois, making it one of Twain's few works rooted in a real event.
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Mark Twain's satirical style shines through in Tom Sawyer, Detective, as he cleverly critiques the popular detective fiction of the era while weaving in humor and adventure.
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Novel • Fiction
Arkansas • 1840s
1998
YA
12-15 years
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