Having not read the original versions of the books, but always looking for safe graphic novels for my library, I wanted to give this one a try. I just never had a good feeling through the entire book. All of the kids had bad attitudes, and were rather cutthroat (I DO understand this is a competition, but there are parts that are rather underhanded) and I just didn't enjoy it at all. It now makes me wonder if I should read the originals and if those same bad attitudes are reflected in there, pull them from my library. I want our kids to be reading uplifting, encouraging things that make them better members of society rather than learning how to tear each other down with attitudes. :-(

My son read this. He is eleven. He said that he would read it again. He likes the Lemoncello books and graphic novels, so this is a good combination. He liked that it encouraged people to continue reading and going back to the library. At one point, it encouraged team work and not trying to hog the ball and do it yourself. It emphasized letting other people get involved with their ideas.
Recommended.

Thank you to NetGalley for our chance to preview this book.

As an elementary school librarian I am always looking for books that will interest the "non" reader. Graphic novels are great for this.

I can't wait to get book 1 and 2 for the library, I know it will be a hit for many of our young readers.

Thank you netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Love Mr Lemoncello. I am a huge fan of the graphic novel editions. It is perfect for the style of the story. It flows well and is extremely entertaining.