  | Sisterhood of sleuths Author: Bertman, Jennifer Chambliss | |
| Price: $21.88 | ||
Summary:
When eleven-year-old Maizy finds a box of vintage Nancy Drew books, her mysterious discovery uncovers a truth from the past that will lead to self-discovery in the present, connecting three generations of women.
| Illustrator: | Stamper, Vesper |
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 5.10 Points: 7.0 Quiz: 519105 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (07/01/22)
School Library Journal (12/23/22)
Booklist (08/01/22)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 08/01/2022 Opening a heavy box that was left on the steps of her mother’s thrift store, Maizy finds vintage Nancy Drew books as well as an old photo of three young women. She recognizes one of them: her grandmother, now an active senior who seems unlikely to have secrets. Yet when asked, she denies any knowledge of the photo. It’s an irresistible puzzle for 11-year-old Maizy, who has begun reading the books from the box. Soon, she’s on the trail, researching her grandmother’s past and that of the elusive writers of the Nancy Drew series. Equally mysterious to Maizy are her best friend’s newfound interests (makeup, volleyball, and boys), which have become a source of hurt feelings on both sides. Best known as the author of Book Scavenger (2015) and its sequels, Bertman creates a sympathetic character in Maizy. Confident in her views yet observant and empathetic, she makes a good narrator. Stamper's full-page, double-page, and small line drawings are an attractive addition to the book. A lively, well-paced story with several elements of mystery. - Copyright 2022 Booklist.
School Library Journal - 12/23/2022 Gr 3–7—A clever, updated exploration of classic Nancy Drew mysteries. Protagonist Maizy, a bubbly sixth grader, steps up to join the title sisterhood with panache. Like Nancy Drew, she's curious and creative, and almost uncannily confident for a 12-year old. Like Nancy Drew, she has two gal pals assisting her adventures (although gaining those pals in the wake of a friendship breakup is a new and intriguing twist). Like Nancy Drew, her mystery is light and low stakes, but full of bike chases and red herrings and snooping galore. It opens with a box full of old Nancy Drew books dropped off at Maizy's mother's thrift store. The plot thickens when Maizy finds a picture of her grandmother in the box. Soon, Maizy is trying to discover where the photo came from, all while falling in love with Nancy's gumption. A school project gone awry even inspires her to make a documentary about the lasting power of Nancy Drew. Soon the two projects weave together and answers unfold. It's an astounding use of an outside source. Bertman manages to explain, explore, and justify Nancy simultaneously. VERDICT A comforting companion for spunky wanna-be detectives (or aspiring filmmakers).—Cat McCarrey - Copyright 2022 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
