A review by abigailbat
Bobby vs. Girls by Lisa Yee

5.0

Bobby and Holly have been secret best friends since they were little kids. It's a secret because at their elementary school, boys and girls do not hang out together. But things start to change when they enter the fourth grade. Holly starts trying out some girly things and Bobby feels a bit left behind. And then Bobby accidentally starts a battle of the sexes.

Move over, Andrew Clements. This story of boys and girls and friendships and school is pitch perfect. The supporting characters are diverse and well-developed. I felt like I could see the story unfolding before my eyes. I'd definitely hand this to fans of Andrew Clements and others in that vein.

Read more at my blog: http://abbylibrarian.blogspot.com/2009/10/bobby-vs-girls-and-umbrella-summer.html