dlsmall's review against another edition
4.0
An introduction to Hitchcock’s Rear Window via two eight-year-olds...Nice! If only Nina’s name was Grace...
aimee_shmee's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
This book was cute! Like Rear Window for kids.
bethebookworm's review against another edition
3.0
We listened to as a family in the car. I liked the idea of the story and but it was a bit overwritten and my kids weren't nearly as engaged as they are with Andrea Beatty's books, which are similar. Also I think the audiobook was a little confusing because the narrator pronounced "Nina" and "Ada" very similarly.
fernandie's review against another edition
3.0
Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.
myloanershelf's review against another edition
1.0
I’m very disappointed in this book. Hard to get through, horrible suggestions for kids. Timeline is strange. I wouldn’t recommend it.
booktothepointe's review against another edition
5.0
Adorable adventure story of a science whiz and her new bestie she made after moving to a new town over the summer — they solve a dogknapping mystery
thevaliantqueen's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
zoes_human's review against another edition
3.0
This is a cute adventure-mystery for children around 7 or 8 years of age. In particular, it is well suited to children with a budding interest in science. It might also be an excellent read for a child who has just moved to a new area.
With mom away on business and dad holding down the home, it represents something closer to the modern family instead of relying on dated gender stereotypes. It also advocates for accepting differences in perspective and encourages interest in STEM. There's even a few laughs to be had. It's a good, fun book with great values, but there's nothing particular striking about the story or storytelling itself.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via a Goodreads giveaway. Many thanks to all involved in providing me with this opportunity.
With mom away on business and dad holding down the home, it represents something closer to the modern family instead of relying on dated gender stereotypes. It also advocates for accepting differences in perspective and encourages interest in STEM. There's even a few laughs to be had. It's a good, fun book with great values, but there's nothing particular striking about the story or storytelling itself.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via a Goodreads giveaway. Many thanks to all involved in providing me with this opportunity.
gullerub's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0