A review by sindri_inn_arsaeli
DnDoggos: Get the Party Started by Scout Underhill

adventurous funny informative lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Absolutely charming! Full of innocence and enthusiasm, this book is truly about the love of the game of Dungeons and Dragons, with the most lovable pups to guide the way. Fantastic to read with young kids who may be interested in gaming, the framing device of the dogs playing the game does a really fantastic job of demonstrating and explaining some of the most basic mechanics of the game in plot, making the book fully accessible to anyone, even those who knows nothing about the game. Having the plot follow the game, especially one staring a bunch of friendly dogs, makes the stakes very low, allows for nice fast pacing, and makes for a fun, relaxing read. The humor is clever and cute, and funny to adult and kid readers alike. My 8 and 11 year olds burst out laughing multiple times in the book! And clever little jokes the the hot dog water coming in pints, and Pickles' LOTR/hobbit reference was a nice nod to the adults who could think "I understood that reference!" A great read, and one I'm happy to recommend!