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With a macabre premise, this is a solid read about finding one’s voice, standing up for oneself, and inner confidence. Recommended for larger collections or where Spinelli is already popular.
This novel’s level of unchallenged body shaming and judgment is unsettling and harmful in a children’s book. There are much better books that center on unlikely friendships and underdog athletes.
This is a good book for bridging the gap between early chapter books and more advanced middle grade fiction. A secondary purchase for larger libraries or those with robust middle grade readers.
Fans of “The Magic School Bus” series will enjoy this as a step up in reading level with a similar theme. A recommended purchase for public and school libraries.