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The Swamp of Doom: A Review by Lucie B., a New Guest Blogger

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I’m happy to introduce a new young book reviewer to you. Lucie B. read Riley Cross’s new chapter book, THE SWAMP OF DOOM: The Cursed Champions Club Book One. (Monarch: 2024) and here’s what she thought.

REVIEW

This story presents a girl named Blip (short for Bad Luck Princess) who lives in a small, mythical town in a section called Zone 13.  The Galactic Government wants to drain the swamp in her backyard of all radioactivity, which will kill all the animals and plants like aligarks and mermaids.  Although sometimes dangerous, she loves the swamp because it has been near her home for as long as she can remember.  Blip has to find a sword, a rock, and some magic writing to save the swamp and stop the Galactic Government.  Can she do it, despite her bad luck?

The imaginary world Blip lives in is dangerous and hilarious.  First, the interesting swamp creatures are mostly dangerous.  There are aligarks that may eat you, unless it is the friendly one named Danny.  The spitting spiders’ poison will burn holes in anything it touches—Yikes! In her library, Blip is frightened by the stone gargoyles that turn to look at you mysteriously.  Second, her world is hilarious.  Her cat has two tails, her phone is a skull that shrieks instead of rings, and the lionhead door knocker roars instead of bangs.  All in all, I think this book is a good read.  The author created a story that is dangerous and hilarious at the same time.

Make sure to check out Greg Pattridge’s wonderful Marvelous Middle Grade Monday blog post for other middle grade reviews.

GIVEAWAY & NEWS

Riley Cross is giving away an autographed copy of THE SWAMP OF DOOM! Leave a comment by October 22 to enter. Riley told me that Book 2 is in the works and a whole pack of giggling library gargoyles can’t wait to escape! U.S. addresses only.

Congratulations to Joan Edwards who won GOAT’S BOAT WON’T FLOAT.

Lucie is a 9-year-old homeschooler who attends Greyfriars Classical Tutorials.  She enjoys horseback riding, crafts, and playing with her pet hamster.

Published by carolbaldwin

Carol enjoys teaching writing and has presented at many educators' and writing conferences. She has published widely in newspapers and magazines and along with Rebecca Wheeler, co-publishes Talking Story, a newsletter for educators and media specialists. When she isn’t reading, writing, or blogging, you’ll find her walking with friends, golfing, or gardening.

23 thoughts on “The Swamp of Doom: A Review by Lucie B., a New Guest Blogger”

  1. Great job, Luci, I loved your review. This sounds like a book that my 10 year-old-granddaughter would enjoy reading! Keep reading and keep sharing your thoughts!

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  2. Thanks, Connie. And if your 10-year-old granddaughter likes to read and write and would also enjoy reviewing books for me, let me know! Your name starts the list.

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  3. Dangerous & hilarious is a great combination, Lucie! Thx for telling readers about The Swamp of Doom and thx, Riley, for offering a copy for one us to enjoy!

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  6. Please enter my name for a chance to win the book: A SWAMP OF DOOM!
    Looks like a book my twin granddaughters would love!!!!

    Gail Hurlburt

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    1. Thanks, Marci. We’ll let someone else win this time! But I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

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  8. I like dangerous and hilarious at the same time although please let someone else win the giveaway given my backlog of books to read. I enjoyed your review Lucie. Keep reading and share your thoughts on books with us again.

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  14. Super review, Lucie, I love that mix of danger and humour! You clearly are a talented young writer yourself! Carol, congratulations on finding another fantastic young reviewer!! The book sounds imaginative and fun, thanks for sharing!

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