From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

Loved buying this edition- one of my childhood faves! If there were other books made with this care and wait o would buy them immediately. Simply lovely version of a wonderful book. Great price point.

Totally amazing and thought-provoking book. Two generations have loved it.

Item came very quickly and new. Very good book!

Very nice book cover my grandson was even impressed

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E Frankweiler is a mystery book. But it's not like other mystery books-- other mystery stories are vague, but this one talks openly about hidden facts. It's the story of two kids who decide to run away from home because they feel rejected from their family. The oldest, Claudia, decides that they should hide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where everything is glamorous. The sneaky kids have been hiding inside the museum for a week without being caught, before the story becomes even more interesting when they discover the Angel, a statue that may have been created by the artist Michelangelo!This book was really enjoyable to read. It didn't feel challenging, and I liked the action and the mystery. The writing was conversational, since the narrator, Mrs. Frankweiler, loves to insult her lawyer Saxonberg. I thought it was pretty funny because of the wacky plot. It grabbed me and I wanted to keep reading. My favorite part is when the kids first thought of trying to run away, although I was also very curious to learn who really carved the Angel. Maybe the author wanted readers to become curious-- it worked! The only thing I would have changed if I was the author, would be to make James not a cheapskate, because it didn't fit with the overall excitement of the story.Middle school readers or mature older elementary readers will enjoy this action-packed tale. Very young readers might not get much out of the plot of the book: we start knowing nothing, and as we read, we understood much more. Although the book felt complete, the ending leaves the reader with many questions. I found it pretty unbelievable that two young kids could run away successfully. I definitely don't think this book could happen today in 2017, because things aren't as cheap anymore!

This is a great book! And, the cover is made out of velvet, which is beautiful with gold inlay. The book is clearly rated for kids in 5th grade, as there are some more mature kid references. It’s full of fun humor and is worth a read! One of my 11 year old’s favorite books!

This book is fantastic. A well love story from 1967 that still holds up. This addition is covered in fabric, perfect to carry around. Cherish it for years!!

Believable children, great plot for children and a great introduction to a great museum.

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I got the book after I saw a video on Instagram that interviewed the author's son. I loved reading every word and even bought a second copy to gift to my friend. She enjoyed reading it with her nephew and niece. I recommend that everyone read it regardless of their age.

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I have two grandchildren approximately the age of the two main characters in this book. What a thrill to read this intriguing mystery to them, to see their eyes light up as the story unfolds and their circumstances unravel. This could easily be their story in their young minds. And Mrs Frankweiler is a piece of work! I highly recommend this story for young folks 8 to 12, and for adults looking for adventure, but totally tired of the TV and video fare we’re being made to endure these days.

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