ktbug1217's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mrsscottisreading's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
mehezz's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
5.0
emdoux's review against another edition
4.0
Truth be told, I'd never have read this if it hadn't been donated to our school library via me from our book fair. But I'm glad I did (thanks, Will!) because it was a fun mystery. I'll definitely be recommending it.
librarybrods's review against another edition
5.0
A wonderful chapter book debut by Jarrett Krosoczka! My third graders are passing around the ARC and the hold list is already a page long!
zoeyforeman's review against another edition
5.0
Even though the book is for grades 3-7, it surprised me how well it is written. It's not only funny and contains nice illustrations, but also whole illegal fish trade thing is very educational. In addition, in the end there's unexpected plot twist. Or should I say two twists? :) Definitely great read!
* I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads
* I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads
libscote's review against another edition
3.0
I wanted to like this book so much more than I did. Awesome title, for sure. I liked the noir aspect. I thought Zengo got a bit disrespectful rather fast/too much teasing, but maybe others won't have that problem.
pun_intended's review against another edition
5.0
I liked it because it was funny, they had adventure.
biblioventurer's review against another edition
2.0
Somewhere between first chapter and true jfic. Lots of illustrations. Wasn't sure I really liked it, but the ending left me wanting to find out more. I was kind of annoyed with the premise being "synthetic fish" (is that a thing?), but loved the use of monotreme as an insult for the platypi. I liked it better than I anticipated.
ms_la's review against another edition
4.0
This book is geared to ages 8-12 and I think it will be a great addition to my 2nd grade classroom library. Some of the language might be difficult for kids on the younger side of that range but nothing that will get in the way of comprehension. The book gives a great introduction to mystery novels, leading readers down one path then twisting to another and after the case is solved it leads to a teaser for the next book that lets you know not everything is as it seems. Chapters might be too long for early readers but for those who are ready this is a fun read.