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“A wonderful tale…This book is like no other I’ve read. It’s a complete original.”
— James Patterson
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A wonderful tale… This book is like no other I've read. It's a complete original.
— James Patterson
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In this entertaining literary romp, the author includes references to over 20 classic tales, from Aesop's Fables to Holes. For curious readers, he's listed the titles at the end, but familiarity with these stories is not required to appreciate this fast-paced fantasy. Readers will wish their summers were so eventful.
— Kirkus Reviews
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Readers will appreciate Billy’s cleverness in solving his ever-growing problems, as these literary characters make plenty of trouble outside the confines of their intended stories. Effortlessly readable and a whole lot of fun.
— Booklist Reviews
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“Kids will enjoy the cartoonish mayhem, especially given Grabenstein’s breezy narrative voice and jaunty wit…There is a winning generosity and sweetness to the story’s telling.”
— New York Times Book Review
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“A science-based variation on the theme of fictional characters being brought to life…The story moves at a quick pace and has a good-natured tone that makes for a light but satisfying read.”
— Publishers Weekly
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“Readers will appreciate Billy’s cleverness in solving his ever-growing
problems, as these literary characters make plenty of trouble outside
the confines of their intended stories. Effortlessly readable and a
whole lot of fun.”
— Booklist
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“Billy enlists the help of a boy next door, named Walter, as he tries to get to the bottom of these strange occurrences. There is even a hidden treasure element to the mystery. This often-humorous adventure will appeal to students, as Billy seeks to solve the mystery of Dr. Libris, all while dealing with the normal issues facing boys in middle school.”
— Children’s Literature
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“In this entertaining literary romp, the author includes references to
over twenty classic tales, from Aesop’s Fables to Holes. For curious
readers, he’s listed the titles at the end, but familiarity with these
stories is not required to appreciate this fast-paced fantasy. Readers
will wish their summers were so eventful.”
— Kirkus Reviews