2013 novel by Sheila Turnage
Three Times Lucky is a 2013 New York Times Best Seller adolescent novel by author Sheila Turnage. "Three Times Lucky" was a Newbery Medal Honor Book in 2013.
Critical reception.
Many critics say "Three Times Lucky" is a one of a kind Southern-style novel. A writer for Kirkus Reviews claims that Sheila Turnage's first adolescent novel is "an engaging, spirit-lifting and unforgettable debut for young readers". With a complex and multi-layered plot and its themes of romance, mystery and secret identities, all readers enjoy it. But some critics have mixed reviews. They believe it is hard to focus on reading when there too much plot. Throughout the novel, Turnage constantly introduces new characters, plots, and sub-plots which can cause readers to be confused about what the story is actually about. Jonathan Hunt of School Library Journal starts off by saying "the beginning is awfully slow", suggesting that readers will have to plow through the first couple chapters before the novel starts to actually make sense. But Hunt reassures that "the story does pick up steam". Carolyn Phelan of Booklist supports Hunt by saying "the pace quickens considerably as the mystery gains momentum, climaxing in an epic scene".
Sequels.
"Three Times Lucky" started the series of books called the Mo and Dale Mysteries. "The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing" came out in 2015, "The Odds of Getting Even" in 2017 and "The Law of Finders Keepers" in 2018.
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