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Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot
In a world where fiction is forbidden and truth is a matter of life and death, one young boy must write a story to save humanity . . .
When his father is abducted by a mysterious figure, twelve-year-old Georgie Summers is thrown into the adventure of a lifetime. Georgie’s journey takes him to Scatterplot, a hidden realm where Scribes record human memories to safeguard the truth. But when the evil Flint Eldritch threatens to corrupt those memories and plunge the world into chaos, Georgie must team up with an unlikely group of friends to stop him. As the journey grows increasingly dangerous, Georgie realizes that only he holds the key to defeating Eldritch and saving not just his father . . . but every mind on Earth.
Will Georgie be able to wield the power of the Aetherquill to save his father and protect everyone he loves, or will Eldritch rewrite history itself? In Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot, author Isaac Rudansky spins an exhilarating tale of strength, determination, and the power of friendship to lift you from the depths of loneliness and despair.
When his father is abducted by a mysterious figure, twelve-year-old Georgie Summers is thrown into the adventure of a lifetime. Georgie’s journey takes him to Scatterplot, a hidden realm where Scribes record human memories to safeguard the truth. But when the evil Flint Eldritch threatens to corrupt those memories and plunge the world into chaos, Georgie must team up with an unlikely group of friends to stop him. As the journey grows increasingly dangerous, Georgie realizes that only he holds the key to defeating Eldritch and saving not just his father . . . but every mind on Earth.
Will Georgie be able to wield the power of the Aetherquill to save his father and protect everyone he loves, or will Eldritch rewrite history itself? In Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot, author Isaac Rudansky spins an exhilarating tale of strength, determination, and the power of friendship to lift you from the depths of loneliness and despair.
392 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2025
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About the author
Isaac Rudansky
1book166followersAfter earning his master’s in industrial psychology, Isaac Rudansky founded AdVenture Media, an award-winning advertising agency headquartered in New York that has written campaigns for clients like AMC Networks, Asurion, Hearst, Sports Illustrated, Forbes Magazine, Hanes, Nasdaq, and many others.
His online courses, each #1 bestsellers in their categories, have attracted over 300,000 students worldwide. He writes for industry-leading publications and leads workshops at marketing events around the world.
He believes middle-grade books should only do one thing: entertain.
Isaac married up (way up), and he and his wife live in Long Island with their quartet of little anarchists who operate on a sugar-based economy where candy is the only legal tender.
Isaac’s withdrawal to the realm of writing isn’t just escapism; it’s a tactical retreat from those pint-sized insurgents. Besides, it’s the only time he gets to decide what happens next without a cacophony of dissenting opinions.
Reach Isaac at [email protected]. He likes critical feedback, but he likes compliments even more.
His online courses, each #1 bestsellers in their categories, have attracted over 300,000 students worldwide. He writes for industry-leading publications and leads workshops at marketing events around the world.
He believes middle-grade books should only do one thing: entertain.
Isaac married up (way up), and he and his wife live in Long Island with their quartet of little anarchists who operate on a sugar-based economy where candy is the only legal tender.
Isaac’s withdrawal to the realm of writing isn’t just escapism; it’s a tactical retreat from those pint-sized insurgents. Besides, it’s the only time he gets to decide what happens next without a cacophony of dissenting opinions.
Reach Isaac at [email protected]. He likes critical feedback, but he likes compliments even more.
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January 27, 2025
I received a copy of this book for free for promotional purposes.
What a fun middle grade fantasy novel!
This book reminded me a lot of the Magnus Chase series by Rick Riordan (I’ve never read the Percy Jackson series but I assume it’s similar to Magnus Chase). It had that same adventurous spirit.
The world building was well done. It was easy to understand and follow. Additionally, the book included a map, which also aided in comprehension.
I also loved the characters. I loved the friendship between Georgie, Roscoe, and Apurva. I also loved Rollie D. She was awesome and gave me major Merida from Brave vibes.
The book also features cool illustrations at the start of each chapter as well as a fun crack the code challenge. It’s a very interactive and immersive read.
My one critique is that the ending landed on a big cliffhanger. The story was mostly resolved but then a new problem was introduced at the end. I would have preferred if the book ended at the resolution (with some hints/foreshadowing of the new problem), and had the new problem introduced at the start of the upcoming sequel. For a middle grade book, the ending didn’t feel as “happy� as I had expected.
Overall, this was a solid start to the series! I am very curious to see what happens in the next book (especially after that cliffhanger).
What a fun middle grade fantasy novel!
This book reminded me a lot of the Magnus Chase series by Rick Riordan (I’ve never read the Percy Jackson series but I assume it’s similar to Magnus Chase). It had that same adventurous spirit.
The world building was well done. It was easy to understand and follow. Additionally, the book included a map, which also aided in comprehension.
I also loved the characters. I loved the friendship between Georgie, Roscoe, and Apurva. I also loved Rollie D. She was awesome and gave me major Merida from Brave vibes.
The book also features cool illustrations at the start of each chapter as well as a fun crack the code challenge. It’s a very interactive and immersive read.
My one critique is that the ending landed on a big cliffhanger. The story was mostly resolved but then a new problem was introduced at the end. I would have preferred if the book ended at the resolution (with some hints/foreshadowing of the new problem), and had the new problem introduced at the start of the upcoming sequel. For a middle grade book, the ending didn’t feel as “happy� as I had expected.
Overall, this was a solid start to the series! I am very curious to see what happens in the next book (especially after that cliffhanger).
September 20, 2024
From the very first page of Georgie Summers, I was hooked—and I mean couldn't-put-it-down, stayed-up-way-too-late kind of hooked.
The second Georgie steps through that mysterious portal into Scatterplot, you’re transported into a dazzling world of adventure, whimsy, and high stakes. Isaac Rudansky’s storytelling is nothing short of magical—villains that send shivers down your spine, fantastical creatures that burst off the page, and a quest that keeps you glued to every word.
The story is a whirlwind of excitement, filled with heart and humor in all the right places. I found myself racing through it, eager to uncover what would happen next.
Isaac has a gift for storytelling that makes each chapter more compelling than the last.
This is one of those rare books that pulls you in and refuses to let go. It’s impossible to put down and even harder to forget.
Simply put, Georgie Summers is a spellbinding journey that will leave a mark on your heart.
The second Georgie steps through that mysterious portal into Scatterplot, you’re transported into a dazzling world of adventure, whimsy, and high stakes. Isaac Rudansky’s storytelling is nothing short of magical—villains that send shivers down your spine, fantastical creatures that burst off the page, and a quest that keeps you glued to every word.
The story is a whirlwind of excitement, filled with heart and humor in all the right places. I found myself racing through it, eager to uncover what would happen next.
Isaac has a gift for storytelling that makes each chapter more compelling than the last.
This is one of those rare books that pulls you in and refuses to let go. It’s impossible to put down and even harder to forget.
Simply put, Georgie Summers is a spellbinding journey that will leave a mark on your heart.
September 18, 2024
An Absolute Must-Read for Fantasy Lovers!
Georgie Summers and the Scribes of ScatterPlot is a spellbinding adventure that completely pulled me in from the first page. The world-building is rich, imaginative, and full of mystery, while the characters are relatable and full of heart. The interactive treasure hunt—deciphering the Whisperloom Alphabet—adds a thrilling layer to the story, making you feel like you’re part of the adventure! If you're a fan of Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, this book will sweep you away. I couldn’t put it down! The twists and magic will keep you guessing till the very end. Highly recommend!
Georgie Summers and the Scribes of ScatterPlot is a spellbinding adventure that completely pulled me in from the first page. The world-building is rich, imaginative, and full of mystery, while the characters are relatable and full of heart. The interactive treasure hunt—deciphering the Whisperloom Alphabet—adds a thrilling layer to the story, making you feel like you’re part of the adventure! If you're a fan of Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, this book will sweep you away. I couldn’t put it down! The twists and magic will keep you guessing till the very end. Highly recommend!
September 18, 2024
What a delightful, fast-paced ride! The story opens with Georgie honing his slingshot skills, and from that moment, I knew this wasn’t your average adventure. The way the book explores Georgie's relationship with his sick father adds a heartfelt layer, making the stakes feel even higher. When the woman with the bow enters the scene and mentions the Aetherquill, I was on the edge of my seat. The world-building is rich, and the characters feel real. I can’t wait to see where the next book takes us!
January 29, 2025
"༉‧₊˚.🪷 3,5 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘴 ⊰�
I think I wasn't in the mood to read a kids book. It was so fast paced, but it took me so long to finish 😔
The writing has an enjoyable flow so it's a good option for someone younger who's trying to read. The magic system is also very simple, so kids can easily understand. I didn't really enjoy the simplicity tho, it had some plot holes that I hope are explained in the second book.
Like, what do the beetles have to do with their shadows and the separation between someone's light and shadow and why are the shadows like that if, technically, they ate still some kind of human (they must have some motive, right?) Maybe I'm just dumb.
Aside from that, it was still good and the ending made me excited for the sequence 🙏🙏🙏
I think I wasn't in the mood to read a kids book. It was so fast paced, but it took me so long to finish 😔
The writing has an enjoyable flow so it's a good option for someone younger who's trying to read. The magic system is also very simple, so kids can easily understand. I didn't really enjoy the simplicity tho, it had some plot holes that I hope are explained in the second book.
Like, what do the beetles have to do with their shadows and the separation between someone's light and shadow and why are the shadows like that if, technically, they ate still some kind of human (they must have some motive, right?) Maybe I'm just dumb.
Aside from that, it was still good and the ending made me excited for the sequence 🙏🙏🙏
January 28, 2025
Thanks to the author and StoryGraph for a paper ARC of this story to read and review. All opinions are my own.
This story is adventurous, imaginative, and fast paced. It was compulsively readable and I finished it in two days. It is also entertaining, so the author accomplished that (and I just proved I read through to the very end).
I kept reminding myself that I’m not the targeted audience and Georgie’s spontaneous decisions might resonate with the middle grade crowd more than I, but dear author, you can’t give middle schoolers the idea to shoot lighter fluid at the faces of men smoking (page 310) or anyone’s face. That is never a good idea.
This story had many high stakes moments, but it felt like Georgie and his friends found their way out of them very quickly. I wanted him to work through it and learn something from his experiences. There was also an abundance of telling and not showing. It felt like there were long exposition sections when his new friends were filling him in on major events.
This story did have a ton of heart and emotion, though. You could feel the relationships between the main characters and the love Georgie had for his mom and dad.
The ending did leave it wide open for a sequel and I’m interested in seeing the next chapter for these characters. Maybe from a different character’s point of view.
Thanks again. I sincerely appreciated the win and the opportunity to read this story early.
This story is adventurous, imaginative, and fast paced. It was compulsively readable and I finished it in two days. It is also entertaining, so the author accomplished that (and I just proved I read through to the very end).
I kept reminding myself that I’m not the targeted audience and Georgie’s spontaneous decisions might resonate with the middle grade crowd more than I, but dear author, you can’t give middle schoolers the idea to shoot lighter fluid at the faces of men smoking (page 310) or anyone’s face. That is never a good idea.
This story had many high stakes moments, but it felt like Georgie and his friends found their way out of them very quickly. I wanted him to work through it and learn something from his experiences. There was also an abundance of telling and not showing. It felt like there were long exposition sections when his new friends were filling him in on major events.
This story did have a ton of heart and emotion, though. You could feel the relationships between the main characters and the love Georgie had for his mom and dad.
The ending did leave it wide open for a sequel and I’m interested in seeing the next chapter for these characters. Maybe from a different character’s point of view.
Thanks again. I sincerely appreciated the win and the opportunity to read this story early.
October 22, 2024
Warning to All Parents!
I made a huge mistake last week. I gave "Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot" to my 9-year-old niece. I thought it would be a nice changeup from the mindless drivel they have her reading in school. You know, just a little something to keep her entertained. What I didn’t realize was that I was unleashing a literary monster.
She was hooked from the first chapter—and now, it's like her entire world revolves around this book. She won’t eat, she won’t sleep, and I’m starting to worry she’s forgotten what sunlight looks like. She’s already read it three times� and it hasn’t even been a week! At this point, my sister is ready to stage an intervention.
Parents, BE WARNED: this book is so good, it might just take over your kid’s life. Prepare yourself for endless “just one more chapter� moments and repeated requests for a sequel. You’ll have to remind them to eat, sleep, and maybe—if you’re lucky—step outside for some fresh air. 10/10 recommend� but proceed with caution!
I made a huge mistake last week. I gave "Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot" to my 9-year-old niece. I thought it would be a nice changeup from the mindless drivel they have her reading in school. You know, just a little something to keep her entertained. What I didn’t realize was that I was unleashing a literary monster.
She was hooked from the first chapter—and now, it's like her entire world revolves around this book. She won’t eat, she won’t sleep, and I’m starting to worry she’s forgotten what sunlight looks like. She’s already read it three times� and it hasn’t even been a week! At this point, my sister is ready to stage an intervention.
Parents, BE WARNED: this book is so good, it might just take over your kid’s life. Prepare yourself for endless “just one more chapter� moments and repeated requests for a sequel. You’ll have to remind them to eat, sleep, and maybe—if you’re lucky—step outside for some fresh air. 10/10 recommend� but proceed with caution!
February 3, 2025
This is a middle grade fantasy that you’ll enjoy no matter what age you are.� I was lucky to get a copy of the first edition which includes the fun crack the code challenge!
We follow Georgie Summers, an outsider kid who’s great with a slingshot and whose father has been getting sicker each day by a mysterious illness. Some odd things have been happening lately around him where people have been losing their memories and weird disturbances in his garage. His life is completely turned upside down when an evil being from another world portals on his driveway and kidnaps his father.
Georgie, his best friend Roscoe and the girl he secretly has a crush on, embark on a mission to save his dad and end up crossing a portal in his garage into another world: Scatterplot. This was an action packed read from the very beginning! With an easy to grasp and seamless writing that will keep you hooked from page one.
Prepare yourselves for lots of magic and magical beings (from Pocket Horsemen to books travelling at high speed through a network of pipes) and tons of adventure. Georgie is a wonderful main character, brave and loyal to his friends and who will do anything to save his dad. I’m a sucker for stories with portal magic, found family and strong themes of friendship . This is the perfect read for Harry Potter and Percy Jackson fans looking for something fresh and mesmerising!
We follow Georgie Summers, an outsider kid who’s great with a slingshot and whose father has been getting sicker each day by a mysterious illness. Some odd things have been happening lately around him where people have been losing their memories and weird disturbances in his garage. His life is completely turned upside down when an evil being from another world portals on his driveway and kidnaps his father.
Georgie, his best friend Roscoe and the girl he secretly has a crush on, embark on a mission to save his dad and end up crossing a portal in his garage into another world: Scatterplot. This was an action packed read from the very beginning! With an easy to grasp and seamless writing that will keep you hooked from page one.
Prepare yourselves for lots of magic and magical beings (from Pocket Horsemen to books travelling at high speed through a network of pipes) and tons of adventure. Georgie is a wonderful main character, brave and loyal to his friends and who will do anything to save his dad. I’m a sucker for stories with portal magic, found family and strong themes of friendship . This is the perfect read for Harry Potter and Percy Jackson fans looking for something fresh and mesmerising!
January 30, 2025
When Georgie Summers� dad is kidnapped by a sinister and scary villain from a magical realm, he is determined to get him back. In the process, Georgie and his classmates embark on an adventure that will change their lives and overturn everything he thought he knew about himself, his family and how the world works.
Thoughts:
This was a tough review to write. NOT because I don’t have enough to say, but rather I have so much I want to talk about this book.
The short version: It’s brilliant! 5 stars! End of story. Go get it!
And now for the raving: (be warned! It’s long and likely over-emotional)
The writing! It goes beyond cinematic into this sort of VR deep immersion thing where every scent, taste and scent Georgie notices, the reader is experiencing it alongside him! Total sensory extravaganza! Continuing the cinema/movie metaphor, the camerawork or the use of perspective is just brilliant. The author sticks to third person throughout, but keeps switching the perspective, moving expertly from close-up of intimate conversations to epic eye-in-sky perspectives for battle/action scenes.
The themes! The story examines the idea of human memory and how it affects our idea of self. It also looks at loss, trauma and the scars they leave behind. These tough topics are handled so deftly, so sensitively, they lead so some of the most beautiful lines in the book. Honestly, I have so many quotes highlighted in my e-book, I can’t wait to get a physical copy and annotate the heck out of it.
(Speaking of which, as an aside to the publishers: are you planning on releasing any special editions? I’ll totally pay for them. Just please release them internationally)
The Characters! I fell in love with Georgie. But there were so many brilliant characters in here � Rollie D, Apurva, Roscoe grabbed my heart from the start, but Eddie and Ore, Fumbluff, Fenton, the Altercockers � all these secondary characters are so beautifully and carefully fleshed out, they made you care about them and mourn their loss and pain. And John Summers, he has very little actual screentime, but his presence runs through the entire plot. My favourite quotes from the book are from him.
Last but certainly not the least, The worldbuilding! The very idea of Scribes of Memory, Scatterplot and the Corrigendum, the pocket horsemen and Flint Eldritch’s (what a fantastic name for a villain!) horrible beetles and spider monsters. It was just so immersive!
Books like these are why I love Middle Grade fiction. Because sometimes to talk about the greatest, most enduring themes of human existence you have to approach it with the mind and heart of a child.
Thoughts:
This was a tough review to write. NOT because I don’t have enough to say, but rather I have so much I want to talk about this book.
The short version: It’s brilliant! 5 stars! End of story. Go get it!
And now for the raving: (be warned! It’s long and likely over-emotional)
The writing! It goes beyond cinematic into this sort of VR deep immersion thing where every scent, taste and scent Georgie notices, the reader is experiencing it alongside him! Total sensory extravaganza! Continuing the cinema/movie metaphor, the camerawork or the use of perspective is just brilliant. The author sticks to third person throughout, but keeps switching the perspective, moving expertly from close-up of intimate conversations to epic eye-in-sky perspectives for battle/action scenes.
The themes! The story examines the idea of human memory and how it affects our idea of self. It also looks at loss, trauma and the scars they leave behind. These tough topics are handled so deftly, so sensitively, they lead so some of the most beautiful lines in the book. Honestly, I have so many quotes highlighted in my e-book, I can’t wait to get a physical copy and annotate the heck out of it.
(Speaking of which, as an aside to the publishers: are you planning on releasing any special editions? I’ll totally pay for them. Just please release them internationally)
The Characters! I fell in love with Georgie. But there were so many brilliant characters in here � Rollie D, Apurva, Roscoe grabbed my heart from the start, but Eddie and Ore, Fumbluff, Fenton, the Altercockers � all these secondary characters are so beautifully and carefully fleshed out, they made you care about them and mourn their loss and pain. And John Summers, he has very little actual screentime, but his presence runs through the entire plot. My favourite quotes from the book are from him.
Last but certainly not the least, The worldbuilding! The very idea of Scribes of Memory, Scatterplot and the Corrigendum, the pocket horsemen and Flint Eldritch’s (what a fantastic name for a villain!) horrible beetles and spider monsters. It was just so immersive!
Books like these are why I love Middle Grade fiction. Because sometimes to talk about the greatest, most enduring themes of human existence you have to approach it with the mind and heart of a child.
December 30, 2024
I won an advanced copy through a ŷ Giveaway and I'm so glad that I did. This book takes the reader on a great adventure and grabs the reader's attention from the first chapter. I enjoyed reading this book as an adult and I am looking forward to reading it to my young boys as a bed time story because I am confident they will love it too.
For parents, this book is likely to be a great book to help kids develop an interest and love for reading. The story is fun and engaging from the very beginning, and it's written in an easy to understand way.
For parents, this book is likely to be a great book to help kids develop an interest and love for reading. The story is fun and engaging from the very beginning, and it's written in an easy to understand way.
January 31, 2025
Amazing! An original thrilling story. An added fun of trying to decipher the code of Whisperloom. A great read for anyone. Ends on a cliffhanger, so be warned, you’ll be biting your nails until the next book is released. =o
December 14, 2024
Really enjoyed Georgie Summers, I highly recommend. Would make an excellent gift!
December 18, 2024
I really like this book so far! The writing is amazing and it's cool how the author ties the two worlds together. It is easy to read, so it would be a great gift for kids! I also like how the author explores the relationship between Georgie and his father. It is rare to see that sort of thing in fantasy books (at least from what I've read). The end of the book was a little confusing for me, but besides that, I have been enjoying it!
January 23, 2025
Thank you, ŷ for this ARC! This is a middle grade fantasy adventure that excelled in some areas and fell flat for me in others. What worked well: the side characters SHINED and the cliff hanger at the end has me itching for a sequel! Not my cup of tea: while the vibe is evocative of Harry Potter, the magic system/plot simply do not make sense. There is no apparent motivation for the magic.
;tldr great characters but the plot was a bit lacking- hoping it’ll improve in book 2
;tldr great characters but the plot was a bit lacking- hoping it’ll improve in book 2
January 14, 2025
I received this advance copy for free in the ŷ giveaway. The book looked promising & interesting, but I don't like it as much as I had hoped. Coming at this from a grandmother's perspective, there were too many gory details & more childishly crude language than I want to see in a book for kids. The character of Roscoe was quite annoying, perhaps he's in there for "comic" relief, but his redeeming qualities were few & far between. Also, how can Roscoe, in 5 days, develop muscle & learn to shoot a bow & arrow with any accuracy? Maybe it's something about Scatterplot that allows this, but it just felt ridiculous. The premise is inventive & interesting, and the world building was decent but so much seemed to be crammed in & not explained clearly. Presumably the plan is for a series since the book ended with such a cliffhanger.
November 20, 2024
A fun and decently paced fantasy adventure book. I read it to my five year old and he was hooked. World building is great and not confusing like I’ve seen with some other fantasy books.
February 20, 2025
Never received it
October 22, 2024
This work is nothing short of a masterpiece. I read this book with my 13-year old son together and we both loved every minute. I loved how Georgie is just a normal kid but then all this wild stuff starts happening. His relationship with his dad was really sad, especially when his dad started getting weaker, but it made me want to keep reading to see if Georgie could save him. Definitely a 5-star book!
January 18, 2025
Georgie Summers will take you on an exciting adventure! There were so many unexpected twists and turns. I did not want to put it down.
January 20, 2025
In this fast pace middlegrade adventure we get to follow Georgie Summers and his two friends Apurva and Roscoe, as they venture into Scatterplot to save Georgies father. Along the way Georgie discovers that there’s much more at stake than just his dad, the minds of everyone on earth is at risk, and he’s the only one who can stop it. In Scatterplot, a different realm from where we reside, lives the scribes. These people are the ones who writes down every single memory a person has ever had, and will have. Everything is documented and kept in a huge library, where every person has their own book. This was such a unique, and wonderful concept, and unlike anything I’ve ever read before. You know how you feel like the word is just at the tip of your tounge, but you can’t get it out? That’s because a scribe missed something whilst writing, and when they go back to correct the mistake, you get an epiphany and you finally remember the word! So much fun and inventive. I’ve laughed a lot during this reading, Roscoe is good comedic relief, even if he isn’t aware of it himself. The plot is fast paced, like most middle grade books are, and packed with action and engaging plotlines. A wonderful debut, and I can’t wait to read the next one, what a cliffhanger! 😱 Also, I must give some applause for the wonderful illustrations, both the cover art and the gorgeous chapter headers that are illustrated by Jim Madsen. Truly spectacular and add so much to the story.
And before I forget, there’s an interactive element in the book, where the reader get to crack a code! In the beginning we get a ”Whisperloom alphabet� which is the language the scribes use to read and write peoples memories. At the first page of each chapter there’s a number of these signs which you will then use to crack the code and unveil the hidden message! Fun! This code is included in all the first edition hardcover editions, and if you’re between the age of 8-15 and crack the code? You’re guaranteed to win a prize! 🏆
And before I forget, there’s an interactive element in the book, where the reader get to crack a code! In the beginning we get a ”Whisperloom alphabet� which is the language the scribes use to read and write peoples memories. At the first page of each chapter there’s a number of these signs which you will then use to crack the code and unveil the hidden message! Fun! This code is included in all the first edition hardcover editions, and if you’re between the age of 8-15 and crack the code? You’re guaranteed to win a prize! 🏆
February 1, 2025
Wow. Just�.wow
Going into this book I thought “oh that sounds cute and fun and like a good quick easy read� and expected to have fun and move on.
Oh boy.
I had no clue what I was getting into.
While this was cute and fun and definitely good, I did not expect to be so entirely in love with the story (or for it to have as many dark/borderline horror moments as it does). Everything from the ultra lovable characters to the unique, well thought out world was so engaging. There was never a dull moment. And more than once, a twist would leave my jaw gaping! There are multiple points where things are going well and everything seems like it’s on the up and up, and then Rudansky just rips the rug out from under your feet and cackles as you stumble. And I loved it every single freaking time!!!!
Very clearly there’s going to be a sequel. And idk how to put into works the amount of NEED I have for the sequel. This was a true delight from start to finish, and gave me all the nostalgia from the kids books of my youth. I recently reread the Maybird series (which also has some horror in it, you may be catching onto a theme here with me) and this book gave me the same feeling. The charm and magic is there in a way that not every book manages to capture. I cannot wait to see how things shake out in future installments. In the meantime you can find me sitting in the corner and mumbling to myself because what do you mean I have to wait???
Thank you to Isaac Rudansky and Fable for the ARC of this book. All opinions are my own :)
Going into this book I thought “oh that sounds cute and fun and like a good quick easy read� and expected to have fun and move on.
Oh boy.
I had no clue what I was getting into.
While this was cute and fun and definitely good, I did not expect to be so entirely in love with the story (or for it to have as many dark/borderline horror moments as it does). Everything from the ultra lovable characters to the unique, well thought out world was so engaging. There was never a dull moment. And more than once, a twist would leave my jaw gaping! There are multiple points where things are going well and everything seems like it’s on the up and up, and then Rudansky just rips the rug out from under your feet and cackles as you stumble. And I loved it every single freaking time!!!!
Very clearly there’s going to be a sequel. And idk how to put into works the amount of NEED I have for the sequel. This was a true delight from start to finish, and gave me all the nostalgia from the kids books of my youth. I recently reread the Maybird series (which also has some horror in it, you may be catching onto a theme here with me) and this book gave me the same feeling. The charm and magic is there in a way that not every book manages to capture. I cannot wait to see how things shake out in future installments. In the meantime you can find me sitting in the corner and mumbling to myself because what do you mean I have to wait???
Thank you to Isaac Rudansky and Fable for the ARC of this book. All opinions are my own :)
January 2, 2025
Sadly due to a misunderstanding with my feline companion my book mark was removed from my spot just as I was close to Finishing this book BUT..... My review will stand as follows.
First off thank you for the chance to read this most epic adventure Isaac Rudansky!
I loved every second of every page that i was able to read. The children are so perfectly spot on for their age I got lost in the fact they were just words written on the page. They were so real and relatable and the best mix of personality for friend groups!
I have also never before in my life been to horrified by a book bad guy as I have Flint. This man haunts my dreams at nights and I love it. Every person, no matter how small their part, is rememberable. It is so easy to get in to and so hard to pull away from.
I WILL be rereading to finish this book and when it is published I am going to grab copies for my neice and nephew, and maybe one more for me! They will love it.
It is a book that really does make you want More! I want to know everything i can about Scatterplot, past present and future.
Truly a delicious read that I will keep on my bookshelf.
First off thank you for the chance to read this most epic adventure Isaac Rudansky!
I loved every second of every page that i was able to read. The children are so perfectly spot on for their age I got lost in the fact they were just words written on the page. They were so real and relatable and the best mix of personality for friend groups!
I have also never before in my life been to horrified by a book bad guy as I have Flint. This man haunts my dreams at nights and I love it. Every person, no matter how small their part, is rememberable. It is so easy to get in to and so hard to pull away from.
I WILL be rereading to finish this book and when it is published I am going to grab copies for my neice and nephew, and maybe one more for me! They will love it.
It is a book that really does make you want More! I want to know everything i can about Scatterplot, past present and future.
Truly a delicious read that I will keep on my bookshelf.
January 29, 2025
It took me longer than most to finish this book, since it’s just me and my two kids. I do have to say I love this book and recommend it for everyone to read. It has you hooked from the start. The adventure, mysteries, friendship and love you come across just has you wanting to keep reading. Can’t wait for a sequel, I feel this book has so much more to tell. Thank you so much for the advance copy. I really enjoyed it and ready to re-read with my little one. Beware once you start you will not want to put it down.
December 26, 2024
I’m only halfway through Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot, but my son and I are enjoying it so much that I couldn’t wait to share. This book is a ride! The storytelling pulls you in fast (so fast, I let my kid stay up past bedtime—oops). The chapters are punchy, with no wasted words, which keeps the momentum going.
The creativity is off the charts. We love the artwork and the puzzle with the secret language—it’s such a great touch!
I keep wishing the illustrations were larger so we could soak in all the details, but that’s a small nitpick because we’re obsessed with this kind of thing.
The plot has us completely hooked, and early on too. My son is constantly asking to read more chapters. If you’re into adventure, creativity, and a touch of magic, this book is a must-read.
The creativity is off the charts. We love the artwork and the puzzle with the secret language—it’s such a great touch!
I keep wishing the illustrations were larger so we could soak in all the details, but that’s a small nitpick because we’re obsessed with this kind of thing.
The plot has us completely hooked, and early on too. My son is constantly asking to read more chapters. If you’re into adventure, creativity, and a touch of magic, this book is a must-read.
January 15, 2025
I loved this book! I read it with my little brother and it was an amazing and entertaining book for both middle schoolers and high schoolers. This book got us hooked and now we love reading together and we can hopefully read the next book in the series. If you were thinking about reading this with your child ( or sibling) I definitely recommend it’s a thrilling, exciting and adventurous read.
With love
-Inara 💛
With love
-Inara 💛
January 26, 2025
I was lucky enough to receive an Advance Reader’s Copy of the book and I loved it! The final battle is disgustingly described, but overall the book is well written with strong characters throughout. It’s generally a very fun and action packed story that meets the author’s purpose of entertaining the reader. I’m looking forward to a sequel!
October 25, 2024
Three days was all it took to tear through Georgie Summers and the Scribes of Scatterplot. The story hooks you instantly, and when Flint Eldritch steps through the portal, it’s a thrill that sticks with you. It’s like stepping into a world even richer and more mysterious than The Spiderwick Chronicles
December 20, 2024
A fast-paced fantasy read. My middle-school aged daughter and I read this together. The world building was a bit heavy in the beginning (my daughter found it confusing at first) but once the story got going, it was a fun read we both enjoyed.
October 27, 2024
This was a really well written book. I enjoyed reading it.
December 16, 2024
Very good story. Kept me reading
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