May 2016, CreateSpace, 128 pages, Ebook, Review copy
Book summary
In this exciting instalment, Delilah Dusticle and the Dustbusters travel
to the vibrant and mystical land of India. On arrival, they are tasked
with a quest to overcome a powerful curse and save a life. It soon
becomes clear that it is Delilah, who must find the strength and the
power to defeat the curse.
Nayu's thoughts
I'm desperate for my own Grumpy Sponge! He is
such a funny character slash pet for Delilah, I kept hoping he would
appear and do stuff to make me smile, which he does. I mean
sunbathing? That was fun! I love how his magical self helps get Delilah valuable advice about her powers, which
are unusual and strong.
I have read the other books in the series so
I know the back stories, but if this is your first read you won't have
trouble understanding continuous plots. My memory is dire so I
appreciated the brief summaries about what happens in earlier books
as the characters get introduced, which doesn't slow the pace of the
tale. As for the grade, the end felt a tiny bit rushed. I know its
part of a series, but I'd have liked a little bit more closure on the
main plot regarding the tempest. Also, I really would have liked
Delilah's cool dust abilities to be explored more thoroughly before
the final showdown. Yes she practices her skills, providing entertainment for her
friends and me as a reader, but it would have been nice if she had
had a bit more struggling in overcoming techniques before facing the
tempest. (I'm probably being picky, but I love this series!)
After
Grumpy Sponge my favourite character is Ab who forever made me laugh,
and of course Delilah whose unique talents bring her joy and trouble
in equal measure. I loved learning about India, especially with the sari
scenes! I could almost see the fabrics on the page-illustrations
would have been awesome! I'm eager for the tale continue ^o^
Find out more on AJ's website.
Suggested read
Be sure to check out the other books in the series including Delilah Dusticle's Transylvanian Adventure by A. J. York and Gavin Childs (Children's, 9 years +, 10/10E semi-short 'n' sweet)
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