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Earthquake Shock (Disaster Strikes #1)
Marlane Kennedy & Erwin Madrid · 2014
73/100
👍 Worth It
When the ground starts shaking and an overpass comes down between Joey and half his friend group, this one turns real disaster-prep knowledge into a genuine page-turner. It respects kids enough to make the danger feel real without going gruesome, and the diverse cast adds heart. It might run intense for a sensitive reader, but it's a smart pick for kids who want adventure with substance.
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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety78
Substance / usefulness72
Craft & writing70
Originality68
Evidence & accuracy75
Hype vs delivers60
Age-fit70
Human-eye read72
Penny’s verdict73
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