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
