*As I was scrolling through NetGalley I saw that John David Anderson was coming out with a new middle-grade novel in May 2023. I requested the e-galley was was granted permission to read an advanced copy. I am a huge fan of JDA and was quite excited to read his newest work of fiction.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Zeke is a prankster and a kid who seems to find "trouble" no matter where he goes.
*He loves to tease his younger brother, annoy his older sister, and frustrate his mother who is trying to raise all three kids on her own.
*No one is more surprised than Zeke himself, when he finds out he is a finalist in a national contest to find "The Greatest Kid in the World."
*When Zeke learns of his "competition" he knows there is no way he can win the contest, but decides to give it his best shot.
*With the help of his siblings, and his mother, he sets out to show the world that maybe, just maybe, he is the greatest kid in the world.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*John David Anderson has a way to writing for the middle-grade reader. He writes a page-turner with lots of twists and turns.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*John David Anderson has a way to writing for the middle-grade reader. He writes a page-turner with lots of twists and turns.
*This story was full of life, energy, fun, and amazing characters full of ZEST.
*I enjoyed reading about Zeke and the contest, but probably enjoyed learning about his family more.
*As much fun as the story was, there was a strong and important life-message underneath.
*The story kept me racing to the end to find out who actually would be voted "The Greatest Kid in the World."
Who Should Read It:
*I would put the novel in the hands of any third, fourth, and fifth grader. Any reader will find enjoyment, fun, and laughs throughout the story. I also think middle-school readers would be the target audience as well. The story would be great as a class read aloud and/or put in the individual hands of children. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
Who Should Read It:
*I would put the novel in the hands of any third, fourth, and fifth grader. Any reader will find enjoyment, fun, and laughs throughout the story. I also think middle-school readers would be the target audience as well. The story would be great as a class read aloud and/or put in the individual hands of children. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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