| Title | : | The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid (Geronimo Stilton, #2) |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | |
| ISBN | : | 0439559642 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780439559645 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 |
| Publication | : | First published June 1, 2001 |
The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid (Geronimo Stilton, #2) Reviews
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Warning: Super Duper 🧀 Cheesy 🧀 Review Alert!
I promise you're going to want to hit me over the head with something by the end of this review, most likely a massive block of 🧀 cheese 🧀. Don't say I didn't warn you!!
So, I've arrived in the 🧀 Stilton 🧀 universe fashionably late. First published in 2001 and now being rereleased, The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid is the second book in the Geronimo Stilton series.
This illustrated children's book is a 🧀 Blenda 🧀 adventure and humour. Including maps of New Mouse City, Mouse Island and The Rodent's Gazette, the illustrations and formatting are really 🧀 Gouda 🧀.
When Geronimo arrives at work one morning he discovers that the founder of The Rodent Gazette, his grandfather William Shortpaws (AKA Cheap Mouse Willy), has gone on a penny pinching bender and fired the employees and sold most of the furniture.
The family business is now going to be exclusively run by the family - Geronimo, cousin Trap, sister Thea, favourite nephew Benjamin, and Cheap Mouse Willy. Geronimo, previously the "big cheese", is understandably 🧀 Moody Blue 🧀 upon hearing this news. His mood doesn't improve when he finds out he's the one who 🧀 Goats 🧀 to do all the work now.
However, the 🧀 Explorateur 🧀 in him is excited when his grandfather tells him his assignment is to travel to Egypt and write a report on the pyramids. By the time Geronimo gets off the shaky flight he's feeling a bit 🧀 Off Kilter 🧀 but is happy to meet Professor Alrat Spitfur who has an invention to tell Geronimo about. The Professor takes Geronimo on a camel ride to 🧀 La Pyramide 🧀 where Geronimo experiences more than he expected.
With some interesting information about Ancient Egypt your mouselets are going to accidentally learn bits and pieces about the pyramids, mummification, Egyptian gods, hieroglyphics and the curse of Tutankhamen's tomb.
I enjoyed reading this book but given the age group this series is aimed at, I found the lack of resolution at the end to be off putting. Of course there were other books planned so I'm fine with there being a lead up to the next adventure but for the essential 'mystery' of this book being something for "another story" irritated me.
I also have a pet peeve with books that wind up saying something along the lines of, 'Someone involved in this story told me it would make a great story so I wrote a book about it, and guess what?! This book that you've almost finished reading is the book that I wrote about that story!'
If you were to start from scratch and get up to date with the 🧀 Abondance 🧀 of Geronimo Stilton books ... taking a deep breath ... and the Geronimo Stilton Special Editions, Kingdom of Fantasy, Journey Through Time, Thea Stilton, Thea Stilton Special Editions, Creepella von Cacklefur ... another breath ... Cavemice, Spacemice, Micekings, Thea Stilton: Mouseford Academy, Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novels and Thea Stilton Graphic Novels, I have calculated that you could probably do it in ... brain rattling ... about two gazillion shakes of a mouse's tail. 🧀 Holey Cow! 🧀 And I thought The Baby-Sitters Club series had a lot of spinoffs!
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley (thank you so much to NetGalley and Sweet Cherry Publishing for the opportunity) in exchange for honest feedback.
While I apologise for my 🧀 cheesy 🧀 review (sort of), I did have a lot of fun reading all of the 🧀 PsycheDillic 🧀 names for cheese that exist. If you feel like an 🧀 Impromptu 🧀 lesson in cheese 🧀 Slices of Bliss 🧀 like I did, I recommend you check out cheese.com. They've got details of over 1831 varieties of cheese! If you visit, you'll be in a 🧀 Reverie 🧀. Okay, I'm stopping now. Promise! 😃 -
3,5*
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Read with my daughter. A great intro to chapter books. Fun and entertaining
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Geronimo Stilton ha convinto mia figlia che leggere non è solo un'attività barbosa (un compito da eseguire solo se te lo chiede la maestra) e io gliene sarò grata per sempre, ma questo tipo, anzi topo, pauroso e vessato da tutti non lo sopporto proprio. La mia antipatia non è dovuta alle trame inconsistenti, che spesso risultano noiose anche a mia figlia, ma alla caratterizzazione del personaggio: trattato male da tutti, non reagisce mai e accetta anche le cose più assurde! Ogni volta che ne leggo qualche pagina (su richiesta di mia figlia) rischio l'ulcera.
Però so che devo avere pazienza: presto Geronimo Stilton sarà sostituito da Twilight (o un suo equivalente) e allora rimpiangerò il povero topo e tutta la sua banda. -
*update* This was a really short read! I am glad that I am re-reading the Geronimo Stilton books. I use to love these as a child and I remember, every time a new book came out! I would be obsessed with it!
This is a really cute story because it takes place in Egypt and you learn the bare minimum about Ancient Egypt, which might pique the interest of kids who haven't learned it yet! It was really cool seeing how they transform human figures into mouses. Overall, it is still really well done and I know the next book will be set in a scary setting, so I cannot wait for that!.
It was a dream come true. Geronimo was off to Egypt to interview a famous archaeologist. He climbed aboard a camel to take him across the desert to the Cheese Pyramid. There he would learn the secret of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient Mouse World.
I liked when the Camels spit at Geronimo and when he fell down also that was very funny, I also like learning about the Egyptians and how they lived before me and it was really funny and I can't wait to read the next book
My brother and I read this book and we both thought it was really funny I liked how it was educational and that he could learn about the history of the Egyptians even though he hasn't learned about it yet and I can't wait to read the next book with him. -
This was another cute installment in the Geronimo Stilton series. I loved the addition of the Egyptian mythology. I can see why kids love this series. I will most likely do a series review once I've read a few more.
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Honestly I don't care how old I get I love these books. I think I found these books in 3rd or 4th grade so 2004 ish. It's Like coming home with these books they just fill me with so much happiness and joy. I adore the the adventures that Geronimo goes on!
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Instant classic
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On the edge page turner. Blew my mind
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Hmmm, an entire book filled with not just graphic, but loaded with "MOUSE-ARIFIC" terms throughout. I liked Geronimo's adventures to all of these different places where geography plays a big role throughout the series. For each place Geronimo visits, you learn about the culture and history. For example, in The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid, we learn about famous architects and the seven wonders of the Ancient "MOUSE" World. The text also included different graphics as well, which I can see would continue to grab the reader's attention.
If you do not mind the over abundant "mouse" terms and references, then you would enjoy reading this series. In addition to reading it as a read aloud. Also, there could be many social studies links which you could easily pull out to use. -
this is one of the bast book I read.It is fun and funny to read.I like how is the book written and the pictures it is easy. I like how they talk about (Ancient Egypt ).The written very good and any one can understand the written.
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Sempre una garanzia
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Please note that this re-release is a different version from the original. I no longer have a copy, but, I do remember that the last time this was released it had color illustrations rather than black and white. Now, it's still Geronimo Stilton and the kids still will probably love the books especially if they haven't read them before and don't know they had color illustrations. It seems like that has brought the retail price down a bit for this version which perhaps may be better for parents on a budget. If you are sentimental about the old ones though I would suggest buying one published previous to October 2017.
I received this as a Netgalley ebook, so I do not have the physical book in hand. I do wonder though if that change to black and white illustrations has allowed them to use the normal paperback paper instead of the glossy paper? While I do like the color illustrations, the glossy paper did come loose from the binding a bit faster. You might get a bit more life expectancy out of this version. -
i think that it was a good book when geronimo said yes he would go to the sahara desert he never likes to travel
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Funny, entertaining and educational.
Kids can learn a lot about ancient Egypt from this book by enjoying the exciting story.
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The Geronimo Stilton books are so much fun. They are a bit denser than the chapter books my kiddo is usually drawn to, but there's enough visual interest to keep him going.
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I first came to know of Geronimo Stilton only when a book from the series was gifted to La Niña. It was the first book that she began to read on her own. Prior to that, she enjoyed reading but preferred to be read to, claiming that it left her free to exercise her imagination.
It was the formatting of this series, complete with words in different colours and fonts, text in various sizes, and numerous small illustrations scattered throughout the pages, intermingled with the text, that invited her to read for herself. She hasn’t stopped reading since.
Geronimo Stilton is the editor of The Rodent’s Gazette, a popular newspaper on Mouse Island. When his grandfather, William Shortpaws, a notorious cheapskate and the founder of the newspaper, decides to cut back on the expenses, Geronimo discovers that he is in for a most terrible time.
Grandfather William fires all the employees and orders Geronimo to do all the work, including writing, printing, and being general errand boy. Geronimo’s sister Thea is named the Page Three correspondent, while his cousin, Trap, who cannot hold a job, is appointed Grandfather’s personal cook. Geronimo’s nine-year-old nephew, Benjamin, is named Grandfather’s personal assistant.
The elderly mouse sends Geronimo off to Egypt to write a special report on the pyramids. But the flight and other arrangements that have been made are so cheap and dubious that the young hero wonders if he will ever return alive.
Instead of a seat belt, there is a piece of string. The windows are broken and passengers are urged to buy overpriced parachutes and lifebuoys. To make matters worse, when he wants to visit the washroom, he is given a bedpan, and the plane runs out of fuel in mid-flight.
Once he lands in Egypt, he discovers that Prof Alrat Spitfur has invented a new way to create energy using camel dung. The professor invites Geronimo to visit the pyramid of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh, Cheops.
Geronimo will be kicked at and spat on before this adventure is over.
La Niña loved the book. She loves to draw and paint and was entranced by the colourful illustrations.
The characters have such evocative names as Sammy Slickpaw, Alrat Spitfur, ‘Crash’ Ratjack, Ted Simplesnout, Miss Sally Skinnyfur, Daniel E Deadfur etc, all guaranteed to amuse kids. The locations in the book are Mouse Everest, the Great Mousewood Forest.
The figures of speech and other expressions are all examples of regular expressions adapted to the mouse world.
Along the way, young kids get a not-quite-authentic (since the pharaohs are all mice) but still thoroughly entertaining lecture on Egyptian culture. -
No thoughts, Head empty.
Thea is hot -
This is horrible, absolutely horrible. It is sexist (it has one female character, Thea, and she is described as having too many boyfriends to count and has the power to sway anyone to her will) and does not provide strong female characters. I hate the grandfather. It is too unrealistic that he sells all Geronimo's possessions and tries to cut costs. I have a major problem in books when characters do things to other characters' belongings, it really irks me and brings up emotions I would rather not feel. The story was incredibly weak and made no sense. I do not understand why he had to travel to Egypt and then the book spent very little time in Egypt and showed nothing of the culture other than generalities. This is just a poor book and does not teach anything, nor does it provide entertainment. I was angry the whole time I was reading this book. I am very disappointed that it has become popular. I will not be continuing with this series and will try to steer children to something better.
The way this book was put together was also awful. The writing was painful and it was not always clear and easy to follow what lines to read and which ones were being repeated for an image. The way the writing is done is unnecessary and takes away from the story, rather than adding to it. The chapter breaks made no sense. It could have been written without chapters the way the story bled together and did not have clear separations. The title does not fit the story and gives a false idea of what you are going to get from reading it. It is supposed to be an adventure story, but really it is just full of bad luck and unrealistic situations. -
Geronimo Stilton The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid is the second book in the Geronimo Stilton series. This book takes Geronimo to Egypt to interview a professor who a famouse archaeologist who figured out a new way to create energy. Geronimo flies there, though not first class, and at every turn things tend to go wrong. So excited to be in Egypt but not for the reasons why he is there or the way he got there. Will he be able to get the story and get out of Egypt alive?
I loved this book as well. Geronimo's plane ride was so funny, you could really feel his fear in this one. Still written in the same typical Geronimo Stilton style the book creates adventure and mystery at every turn. -
Have you ever dealt with a demanding boss? Now imagine if that boss was also your grandfather. Well in this cheesy tale, Geronimo's grandfather, William Short paws, the infamous Cheap Mouse Willy, sends Geronimo to Egypt for an exclusive interview!
Like the first book, this one contains cute illustrations and graphical words that serve as word art. This book makes for a quick, fun read, regardless of age. It'll also bring back some childhood nostalgia for those who enjoyed reading Geronimo Stilton books in their youth. -
This series is like the next enid Blyton book. ..at least that is how it felt for me.
The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid is a funny and yet exciting book. Hey! It's educational too. There are steps on how a mummy was made, and there are parts about hieroglyphs and about their Gods too. Shame on me. I only heard of Anubis, Isis and Ra. Certainly a good book for kids to read and at the same time makes learning fun. -
Geronimo Stilton's The Curse Of The Cheese Pyramid
What did I just read? I know this is a book for kids, but, outside of the parts actually in Egypt which were fine, this book was awful. It teaches readers to give into bullies like the grandfather (being family is NOT enough or an excuse) and to take stupid, dangerous, reckless risks that are obviously so. What a horrible lesson for children! Geronimo doesn't once truly stand up for himself and acts like a mindless drone, even just accepting when his grandfather steals and sells all Geronimo's possessions for his own gain, or fires nearly all the other employee, heaping everything on Geronimo and playing favourites with the other few left (nepotism and favouritism). The cheap trick they play at the end is ridiculous, too, as the grandfather will just come back to wreck as much havoc and more afterwards. Also the strong hints at his sister, Thea, sleeping around, with an outright statement that she has a a new 'victim' or boyfriend every week (and she's the only female in the entire book). That's not a good show of healthy relationships. I know this would go over some kids heads at a more conscious level, but subconsciously it would influence. Definitely not something I'll be wanting my own children to read someday...
I liked the first book, and I'll read some more hoping they'll be a little bit better like that one, though.
As a note: These are my own views and thoughts about this book, and, personally, I do not agree with what is presented in it at all. They are not positive ideals in my opinion, and not something I will teach my own children, though I may use the book as an example of things against such beliefs. That being said, I know and accept that others may not agree, and I am not judging others for enjoying this book, or for being alright with their own children reading it. That is completely the parents individual choice. -
I first read this book back when I was around eleven or twelve. This was when I was still in elementary school. I remember signing out many of the Geronimo Stilton books from the library that year and I adored them. I thought that Geronimo's job at the paper was cool and I was so interested in exploring the world someday.
Now this book is being re-released in October for a new generation.
I will say that yes, I am feeling nostalgic when I read this book. It was very cute and funny. I enjoyed the characters especially the ridiculous grandfather of Geronimo, who would give Scrooge a run for his money. Also, the mouse-related puns were adorably cute. I wanted to pick up this book for the nostalgia and I'm happy that I did.
This is a perfect book for middle-grade students. They will get a great story and also learn about ancient Egypt. I recommend it. I know that my younger self would be happy to know that there are still books coming out from this series.
*I received a copy of this from Netgalley for an honest review. * -
The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid by Geronimo Stilton has 75 pages and was originally published in 2001 by Turtleback Books. This is a republication with updated artwork that is scheduled to be released in October 2017 by Sweet Cherry Publishing.
Thank you to NetGalley, Sweet Cherry Publishing and Geronimo Stilton for providing this eARC in exchange for a fair review.
The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid tells the story of Geronimo Stilton's voyage to Egypt. He is sent by his grandfather to do a newspaper story about his experience.
This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations. This book is silly and sure to keep young readers entertained as they learn about Egyptian culture. Written in easy-to-read language with quirky characters and hilarious shenanigans, The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid is sure to be a hit with littles.
Recommended for readers of early chapter books. -
Geronimo wakes up to shocking relevance that all his staff at The Rodent's Gazette have been fired, and now he is sent onto a plane for an exciting solo adventure to Egypt. All this to get the latest scoop on Professor Alrat, who has just invented a new way to create energy.
I loved re-reading this book. The humorous plot of Geronimo’s bumpy adventure ride due to his Grandfather William’s travel budget is one of the main charms of the story for me. I found it interesting how the story also incorporated some historical facts regarding the pyramids, pharaohs and tombs. For instance, about the Pharaoh's Curse. My favourite part is the Egypt history lesson by the Professor.
Sadly, I think the journey was too brief. It will be exciting to have part 2 of this series of adventures with more exploration by Geronimo and about Professor Alrat's secret.
I rate this book 3/5 because I liked the cute mouse language and humour and I miss my childhood memories.
Definitely a good story for children and even teens who want to walk back down memory lane.
