Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for this ARC.

This was such a great spooky book. I really liked seeing Diego try to find his way. There were times when I cringed knowing something bad was going to happen because of the choices, but you could see wht he was doing it. The horror elements were really good, just the right level of spook. I loved it.

Omg the ending! I cant wait until the next book comes out now. So strange and mysterious, I never thought that the voice he heard was going to be that bad. I think this is a great little thriller with some spooky included.

Thanks to NetGalley and Simon and Schuster Children's Publishing for the digital ARC.

"Lost on Doll Island" takes readers on a captivating journey with our young protagonist, Diego, as he acclimates to his new life in the vibrant setting of Mexico. This enchanting tale weaves together themes of self-discovery and acceptance, all while immersing us in a world filled with eerie dolls and intriguing hechizos. The atmosphere of the book is both haunting and magical, making it an ideal read for Summerween, Halloween, or Dia de los Muertos. I believe teenagers will find the story not only engaging but also deeply resonant, inviting them to explore their own identities against a backdrop of rich cultural traditions and supernatural mystery.

Thank you to Simon & Schuster for an advanced copy of this book!

Taking place in Mexico City on Doll Island is such a cool and creepy setting for a middle grade story. I don’t know much about Doll Island but I’m now very intrigued to learn more of its history.

Diego is a sweet boy who is struggling with his changing home life and his conflicting emotions about it and who he is. I wish tho this would’ve been about 150 pages longer to really get into Diego’s feelings and for him to really grasp why he feels the way he does. But I will say this short little book is a great way for a child to learn and understand more about grief and different kinds of grief.

But overall this was a fun, creepy time and I think it is something perfect for its age range. I really liked the epilogue and hope this continues into a series.