Lionel's
Grand Adventure is a beginning
chapter book for ages 7-10. It has been a long time since I last read something
like this and it was quite a pleasant change. Also, this is the first time that
I am reviewing a book meant for children. Thanks to the Author, for trusting me
with his gem of a book.
The story begins when Lionel moves to Penobscot,
Massachusetts along with his family. He is left to his own devices and so he
decides to explore around his new room while “pushing his glasses back up
the whole time.” That’s when he
finds the foot of ‘Three-Toed -Potbellied Walbaun’. Curious about his
discovery, he finds out more about the Three-Toed -Potbellied Walbaun foot from
an unlikely source - the town eccentric, Mr. Jardean. Once convinced that he
really had something magical, Lionel decides to try out its power and thus
begins his great adventure…
It’s a charming story that is bound to
capture the little hearts! (& some not so little ones - like mine!) The
names that the author has come up with are also going to catch the attention of
the kids who love the unique names or love to play with words. Best of all, it
also teaches a lesson in guise of a story! My only regret is that I got an
e-copy instead of a physical copy – I would love to see the accompanying
pictures that are bound to make this book even more interesting for the kids.
Review Copy received from the Author
I have a 6 year old who is an AVID advanced reader...he would LOVE to read this book! Excited for the giveaway thanks for the invite :)
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Hi Debdatta, I've just entered your giveaway! Lionel sounds like a kid I'd like. :) (I'm in Singapore, so I hope if *fingers-crossed* I happen to win, I'll be able to receive an e-copy!)
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What a wonderful review! I love children's stories witha message and it sure sounds like this one has one.
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Thank you Ms.Egan!
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Children's fiction is an exciting field to explore. There is fortunately a lot of good work being done, as your reviews show. Very glad for your first giveaway. Sending all the social media love your way, Debdatta. Stay well, stay hydrated.
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Good luck on your 1st giveaway.
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Great job on your 1st giveaway! I have entered now. Your blog is looking fantastic! keep up the good work :)
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Good luck on your first Giveaway!!! ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Rachel!
DeleteI just read another review of this book over at "this kid reviews books" blog and thought this sound like the perfect book for the daughter of a friend. She falls into the "reluctant reader" group, I think.
ReplyDeleteAnd your review cinched it. :-)
Good luck with the give-away. I wish I could get more entries but I really don't "follow" anything through email, twitter or facebook (or I'm not adding anything more to facebook right now, I'm deleting because it is so cluttered that I can't find posts from my friends and family among all the "clutter" ... from businesses and others I decided to "like" ...)
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How cute! This sounds absolutely darling :0)
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Thanks Elisabeth!
DeleteThis looks like fun!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a book my 11yo reluctant reader would enjoy.
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