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Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom, #2)

Garth Nix
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Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005

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Garth Nix

Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

House • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

840L

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Super Short Summary

Grim Tuesday by Garth Nix follows Arthur Penhaligon, a young person who must retrieve a vital key from the titular Grim Tuesday to prevent his home from being monopolized. As part of the Keys to the Kingdom series, Arthur navigates a fantastical realm filled with unique challenges.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

27,423 ratings

68%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Garth Nix's Grim Tuesday continues the inventive and imaginative journey from its predecessor, captivating readers with its richly detailed world and engaging plot. However, some critics note pacing issues and a lack of character development. While it excels in creativity, it slightly falters in narrative depth and complexity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom, #2)?

Fans of Harry Potter and The Chronicles of Narnia will revel in Garth Nix's Grim Tuesday. This book suits readers who cherish intricate world-building, young protagonists on epic quests, and imaginative, otherworldly adventures filled with magic and mystery. It's perfect for middle-grade to young adult audiences seeking a blend of fantasy and excitement.

4.3

27,423 ratings

68%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

*Grim Tuesday* is the second book in Garth Nix's fantasy series, The Keys to the Kingdom, which follows the protagonist, Arthur Penhaligon, as he navigates a magical realm that parallels the days of the week.

Garth Nix, an acclaimed Australian author, often explores themes of responsibility and imagination in his work, and *Grim Tuesday* is no exception, delving into the complexities of power and duty.

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The series *The Keys to the Kingdom* is known for its creative world-building and symbolic representation of time, as each book corresponds to a day of the week and an aspect of the human condition.

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Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

House • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

840L

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