The Mummy, the Will, and the Crypt [Hardcover]

John Bellairs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 17, 1983

Twelve-year old Johnny Dixon and his friend Professor Childermass look for the hidden will left by an eccentric cereal tycoon who wished to make life difficult for his heirs after his own death by suicide.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Is there no end to the suspense John Bellairs can create? (School Library Journal, starred review)

ThereÆs suspense and action aplenty. . . Perfect for the pre-Stephen King set. (Booklist)

Brace yourself for a wild ride. (Kirkus Reviews)

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About the Author

John Bellairs died in 1991, leaving a rich legacy of critically acclaimed, best-selling Gothic novels. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 168 pages
• Publisher: Dial; 1st edition (November 17, 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803700296
• ISBN-13: 978-0803700291
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #463,354 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars excellent book but pretty dark themes for a kid, March 25, 2004

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Keneri "merri1000" (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mummy, the Will and the Crypt (A Johnny Dixon Mystery) (Mass Market Paperback)

I loved this entire series when I was a kid and read them all repeatedly. There is no question that the author is talented... the plots are facinating and the characters are vivid and sympathetic. This series is sure to catch the imagination of any child that is interested in mystery or the supernatural.

One caveat, however: these books are pretty dark. There's a lot of evil and anger portrayed, and I'm not sure if that's the sort of thing a child should be dwelling on. The protagonists are healthy role models and their intentions are good, but the book paints a pretty dark and scary picture of the rest of the world.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book, November 29, 2001

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Sarah (Jackson, MS) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mummy, the Will and the Crypt (A Johnny Dixon Mystery) (Mass Market Paperback)

I read this book when I was in third grade. Here I am, about to go to law school, and I still remember the details. The story keeps you hanging on the whole length of the book. I would recommend this book for anyone who loves a good mystery, loves to be held in suspense, and who can handle staying up late, because you won't want to put it down.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A true mystery that can be enjoyed by all ages..., September 20, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Mummy, the Will and the Crypt (A Johnny Dixon Mystery) (Mass Market Paperback)

This is an excellent book for all ages. It is a great mystery! The story captures your attention right from the beginning. It's incredibly easy to fall in love with the characters as soon as you open the book. A lot of children who read this book might be able to relate with Johnny Dixon (the main character in the book). Some kids have trouble making friends and Johnny is a boy who feels like an outcast. He never really fits in anywhere. He does, however, befriend an old professor who helps him with his many trials and tribulations through out the story. Johnny gets himself wrapped up in what everyone believes is a story and in the end he proves everyone wrong. He unravels a difficult suicide case and runs into a few ghosts along the way. In this story the boy conquers many fears and makes his close friends and family very proud. He is the hero of the story. Aside from all of Johnny's self-discoveries there is a really great mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat just waiting to turn the page. I read this book in third grade, but I would really recommend this to anyone. Again, it's an amazing book. I urge you to read it!