5 Star Review
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Editorial Book Review:
By Morgan Smith
I really liked reading Gone to the Dogs: Book 3 (Frankinschool). It's a great addition to a cute series. I thought the best thing about the book was how well it mixed humor, excitement, and important life lessons in a way that was fun and easy to understand. A young girl leads the story. She is having trouble with a job that quickly turns into an adventure she didn't expect. The part of the book I liked most was how the author used the theme of getting over problems and anger without making it sound religious or dull. The story instead felt like a real and honest look at strength and friendship, which I think will really hit home for young readers.
I was particularly drawn to the setting—a mansion-turned-library that becomes both a literal and metaphorical space for discovery. The way the author describes the environment makes it easy to visualize and adds an extra layer of excitement to the story. It’s not just about the ghostly encounters that happen there, but also about the quiet moments where the characters reflect and connect. The author is incredibly talented at evoking such a vivid scene and then adding layers of emotion to the characters' experiences.
The way the author handled emotions was also much appreciated. The path of the protagonist is about learning how to control and communicate emotions in a healthy way as much as it is about cracking a riddle or running from a difficult circumstance. This book has something for people of all ages to learn and connect with. Even though they seem simple, the bonds in the book seem real and inspiring. Kids' book characters going on a trip of self-discovery is beautiful, and it's not just about how they connect with each other.
In general, I thought Gone to the Dogs: Book 3 was great. While still keeping the mood light and fun, this book is interesting and fun to read. It deals with serious issues like mental growth and solving problems. This book is great for kids who want to read a story that is fun, has meaning, and has a little humor to keep them interested. There's no doubt that this will become a favorite for many young readers.
About the Author
Caryn Rivadeneira
Caryn Rivadeneira is the award-winning author of more than twenty-five books for both children and adults, including the Frankinschool Mystery Series (Red Chair Press, August 1, 2023), Edward and Annie: A Penguin Adventure (Tommy Nelson & the Shedd Aquarium, March 2022), Saints of Feather and Fang (Broadleaf, April 2022), and the eight-book Helper Hounds Series (Red Chair Press), Her work has appeared in Aleteia, Sojourners, Christianity Today, Relevant, FamilyLife,ThinkChristian, and Engineering and Mining Journal (yeah, you read that right). Caryn has spent nearly three decades in the publishing industry, serving as a magazine, blog, and book editor. Today, in addition to writing and taking on the occasional freelance editing client, Caryn serves on staff at her church and is a proud member of INK: A Creative Collective and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She holds a BA in English from Calvin College (now University) and completes her MA in Worship from Northern Seminary in May 2022. Caryn lives in the near-west suburbs of Chicago with her husband, her three kids, and her three beloved rescue pit bulls.
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