bak8382's review
4.0
Loved the humor here, and the nods to other famous detectives and mysteries. We listened to this, which was delightful, but I'm sure we missed out on wonderful illustrations.
xhekap30's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
clairetbartlett's review against another edition
3.0
The first in the Inspector Flytrap series is a fun and quick read. The illustrations and repetitive structure of the stories make this ideal for a beginning chapter book reader. I feel confident that this will appeal to children who've enjoyed Tom and Cece's other books, though this is designed for a younger reader. It reminded me of The Trouble with Chickens for the combination of humor and mystery, though the short vignettes make it even easier to get into.
My favorite parts: the goat sidekick, Nina, who can make the same two words ("Big deal.") fit in any situation, how much it bothers him when people get his title wrong, and the teasers of mysteries that are deemed not a big enough deal.
My favorite parts: the goat sidekick, Nina, who can make the same two words ("Big deal.") fit in any situation, how much it bothers him when people get his title wrong, and the teasers of mysteries that are deemed not a big enough deal.
teacher2library's review against another edition
2.0
On a quest to become the World's Greatest Detective, Inspector Flytrap is only taking on mysteries that are BIG DEALS. But wherever this potted plant and ravenously hungry sidekick go, chaos follows!
That was so... zany. I loved Bell's illustrations and snorted out loud at several absolutely ridiculous parts, but I really could have gone without Angleberger describing one character's voice as "crazy" and another "crying like a baby." I had to keep reminding myself that I am NOT the target audience for this book.
That was so... zany. I loved Bell's illustrations and snorted out loud at several absolutely ridiculous parts, but I really could have gone without Angleberger describing one character's voice as "crazy" and another "crying like a baby." I had to keep reminding myself that I am NOT the target audience for this book.
rhodesee's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. There isn't much to this book but there doesn't need to be. It's super silly and goofy and the intended audience will love it. If it serves as a stepping stool to bigger and better things, especially for a reluctant reader, then i'm all for it. It isn't for me and I know that but there are plenty of high quality reads at this level that I actually enjoy reading, this just isn't one of them.
aconant's review against another edition
3.0
This book will appeal to those who enjoy graphic novel.
It's predictable and repetitive. It's a fast read for pure fun.
If you like a silly read then this is the perfect book for you.
It's predictable and repetitive. It's a fast read for pure fun.
If you like a silly read then this is the perfect book for you.
sean67's review against another edition
3.0
What the world needed which it never had seen before was a series of books about a mystery solving venus flytrap plant.
of course it did?
I mean what else would we need?
As idiotic and ridiculous as it sounds this is a very silly book and therefore it has a certain level of shall we say entertainment value.
of course it did?
I mean what else would we need?
As idiotic and ridiculous as it sounds this is a very silly book and therefore it has a certain level of shall we say entertainment value.
mandanegley09's review against another edition
4.0
Son enjoyed this book and we are enjoying the series. Sad that it’s only 3 books.
librarydanielle's review against another edition
2.0
I was expecting a bit more from this. it's overly simple and young. I was expecting something along the lines of magic tree house or catwings, instead I got toot and puddle. which is cute, just not what it looks like. which is this book to a third. cute, but nothing there.