Wonderful sequel to WHAT HAPPENED ON FOX STREET (although the book stands alone just fine). Mo and Dottie are delightful characters and Springstubb's writing is strong, descriptive and enjoyable. In particular, I loved her use of different analogies:"Mo's heart crouched inside her, like someone at a surprise party waiting to jump out and yell." (p.134)"Being in motion, being a traveler, you weren't here and you weren't there. Life stayed at a distance." (p, 158)"Far overhead, a plane buzzed like a silver bee." (p.199)I highly recommend this book for kids age 8-11 or anyone who wants a fun, thoughtful look into the changes life throws our way and figuring out what is lost and what is found. This was cute, it's a really charming family story and it's pleasant and entertaining. Mo and her family move to a new neighborhood where her father is attempting to open a sports bar*, where she has the expected ups and downs of going to a new school, meeting new people, etc etc. I liked that it's a pretty classic plot - it's wholesome enough to be found in a 1950s book - but it reads very current.I would probably give it four stars for the its enjoyability, but overall only three because despite being charming, nothing about it really stands out for me.Grade: BRecommended: This would be a good gift book for 8 - 11 year old readers (it's not a reach in terms of reading level or content, so could also go a little younger for advanced readers).*they kept calling it a sports bar, but it made me curious about whether the author has been to a sports bar.
What do You think about Mo Wren, Lost And Found (2011)?
We reviewed and recommended this book for our girls in Brownies and Guides, ages 7-11.
—shellmxx
I'd call this book fine. Not bad but not spectacular. Good to recommend.
—Ravi
Liked this one even better than the first.
—emmyd191
