Do you know a junior detective who enjoys solving mysteries of missing things? You may want to invite her or him to join Phoebe Chen in her latest investigation, as detailed in A Phoebe Chen Mystery: The Book Bandit. Check out Caron Pescatore's new illustrated chapter book and enter to win a signed copy!
My Review:
A funny and fast-paced middle grade mystery, The Book Bandit follows eight-year-old Phoebe and her bestie Luana as they go on a serious search for a lost book that carries special meaning for their common friend Becky. As the daughter of a real police chief and an avid Nancy Drew fan, Phoebe prides herself on being an efficient and competent young detective who knows exactly how a proper investigation should be conducted. But as the duo gets closer to the truth, their list of suspects keeps growing. How will they connect the dots to make sense of all the information they have gathered and pinpoint the real book bandit?
With lively, youthful conversations and playful pictures, the book presents a cast of characters who are relatable, realistic and very different from one another in terms of personality, interest and family background. Phoebe is sharp, forthright and aggressive while Luana is calm, sensible and tactful. The two make a perfect pair when it comes to interviewing potential suspects and piecing together clues. Luana helps Phoebe stay focused and refrain from rushing to a conclusion without solid proof.
While the mystery is rather limited in its scale and severity, the investigative process Phoebe follows is applicable to cases of a much greater magnitude. By attempting to crack the case together with Phoebe, young readers may sharpen their analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
Cleverly weaving themes of friendship, teamwork and kindness into an engrossing mystery, this book excels in both entertainment and educational values. Hope the next book in the Phoebe Chen series will come out soon!
About the Book:
Ages 7+ | 136 Pages
Publisher: Pesky Books 4Kidz | ISBN-13: 9781958043097
Phoebe loves anything that involves brainstorming, like jigsaw puzzles, riddles, and word searches. Her lifelong dream is to solve mysteries like her detective father—or ND, her favorite girl detective. So when a friend’s prized autographed book disappears, Phoebe immediately offers to take on the case.
Enlisting the help of her BFF, Phoebe gets to work searching for clues, interviewing witnesses, and compiling a list of suspects. But when the evidence implicates a friend, she realizes being a detective isn’t all fun and games. Phoebe must find concrete evidence before she points the finger. Can she do it, or will the book bandit get away with the dastardly deed?
About the Author:
Caron Pescatore was born in the United Kingdom. She spent her childhood in Jamaica before migrating to the United States. After practicing as a registered nurse for several years, she entered law school, getting her J.D. in 2001. She worked as an attorney for years before leaving the profession to become a stay-at-home mom—her most challenging career to date. Ms. Pescatore recently returned to law and now works for Legal Aid. Her favorite pastimes are reading, writing, and watching true-crime shows. At present, Ms. Pescatore lives in Florida with her husband and children.
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Four winners will each receive a signed paperback copy of A Phoebe Chen Mystery: The Book Bandit!
Giveaway ends 5/10. Open to US only. Please enter below. Good luck!
The Book Bandit: Book GiveawayDisclosure: This post is sponsored by Caron Pescatore. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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