*The ARC was sent to me via @PenguinRandomHouse (Random House Children's Books). I always enjoy their middle-grade stories so I was excited to read this upcoming story. The novel will have its book birthday in February of 2022.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Maizy is use to living in the busy Los Angeles and all that it has to offer.
*She is surprised when her mother announces they are heading for Last Chance, Minnesota, which Maizy has never heard of.
*They are going to go to Minnesota to spend time with Maizy's grandparents because her grandfather isn't in good health.
*While in Last Chance, Maizy learns of the way her grandparents live in present day, while her grandfather shares with her a story of how their family came to America from China.
*She isn't thrilled about this small town, and what it doesn't have to offer, but finds herself in the middle of the town's cafe mystery dealing with a larger than life "bear".
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*Being that I live in Minnesota, it was fun to read about Last Chance.
*I'm sure there are many towns in my state that resemble the fictional town of Last Chance.
*I enjoyed Maizy and her adventures in Minnesota.
*The back story of her family was one of the stronger aspects of the story.
*The characters of Last Chance and the mystery of the bear engaged me throughout the story.
Who Should Read It:
*Readers in grades three through six would be perfect for the novel. I believe it would make for a strong class read aloud or put in the hands of individual children. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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