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dillthebookworm's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
thebookishlibrarian's review against another edition
This is the fourth book in the Mr. Lemoncello series and Grabenstein doesn’t disappoint! In this installment, Mr. Lemoncello goes live, nationwide, on the Kidzapalooza Television Network so that everyone can play along. To be on the show, however, kids have to audition and be accepted to play the game, using their own bodies as playing pieces. Would you have what it takes?
apigonfire's review against another edition
4.0
I liked the “hidden” references to the different books. :)
And I enjoyed that the protagonist was able to step into the shoes of his nemesis. A good lesson for us all!
And I enjoyed that the protagonist was able to step into the shoes of his nemesis. A good lesson for us all!
healingtothemax's review against another edition
4.0
The punny funny booky wooky all-ages welcome MG series continues with this installment's satirical focus on tween TV. Author Grabenstein shifts the story spotlight onto the series villain to boost readers' empathy for others, be it friend or foe. May we all remember lessons learned at younger ages irregardless of stations, televised or on a private channel.
yapha's review against another edition
4.0
Another fun game filled adventure involving readers and gamers, this time exploring the world of fiction. Highly recommended for fans of the series grades 4 & up.
augureader's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The final instalment of this series with the existing cast of (kid) characters was a fitting end to the series, but also a bit disappointing, especially when compared to the last book. The fiction world was wonderful to delve into, and many wonderful books and characters were mentioned, but somehow, I didn’t feel the same magic as I did with the other books. I don’t think I’ll continue with this series past this story arc, but I’m glad I found a series to recommend to younger readers.
sillymilly14's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
All the books following the original all feel the same, but I still enjoy them.
orion's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
jbrooxd's review against another edition
4.0
Another fun Lemoncello adventure for Kyle and his friends! The game this time isn't based on specific books but more about fiction genres and trying things that might be new to you as a reader. Plenty of book references, though, throughout the story.
I'm personally over Charles Chiltington. I am ready for Kyle to have a new opponent. I can't believe that teachers and Kyle's parents don't call out this kid's sucking up behavior. Have none of the adults paid attention to this kid's antics in the last few books? I appreciated the author's effort to give Kyle an opportunity to see why Charles is the way he is, but frankly, no matter how much the kids understand the influence Charles' dad has over him, Charles' own choices to fall into line undercut any empathy they might have for him. I think it is different when you have a kid who WANTS to be different. Charles obviously has no interest in changing his ways.
I'm personally over Charles Chiltington. I am ready for Kyle to have a new opponent. I can't believe that teachers and Kyle's parents don't call out this kid's sucking up behavior. Have none of the adults paid attention to this kid's antics in the last few books? I appreciated the author's effort to give Kyle an opportunity to see why Charles is the way he is, but frankly, no matter how much the kids understand the influence Charles' dad has over him, Charles' own choices to fall into line undercut any empathy they might have for him. I think it is different when you have a kid who WANTS to be different. Charles obviously has no interest in changing his ways.