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Title: Will Allen and the Great Monster Detective
Subtitle: Chronicles of the Monster Detective Agency, Book 1
Author: Jason Edwards
Narrator: Jason Edwards
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
Language: English
Release date: 08-05-13
Publisher: DJM Productions
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes
Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10
Publisher's Summary:
In this frighteningly funny mix of Ghostbusters and Monsters Inc, there is only one person who can help fifth grade boy-genius Will Allen when he is beset by fears that have literally come to life: the Great Monster Detective, Bigelow Hawkins! But even with Bigelow's help, along with the use of some very special monster detective tools, can Will learn how to conquer his monsters and uncover the secret of the dreadful Hidden Beast before it's too late?
Members Reviews:
Great Detective Story That Teaches To Face Fears
This book is an award winning book and I can see why. I know a few kids who like detective/mystery kinds of stories and this book delivers.
All kids at some point have some kind of fear. One of the biggest fears ever is just knowing that there is a monster hiding under the bed. The main character Allen is convinced of this and needs help.
Mysteriously, a small looking character arrives to help out. But who is he and what does he want for payment? Ah, now that is what you, my readers, have to discover for yourself.
Kid's normal fears, like huge, ugly monsters, or maybe a bully, are all in this book. However, the author cleverly shows children that they can be brave and help themselves to conquer their fears. In fact, throughout this entire book the author is a master at this fete.
Eventually, the fears go away and children can see, as Allen does, that they too can help others.
I loved this book! It is the beginning of an entire series based on Will and it is sure to please series that I hope to read more of.
5 stars!
Disclosureâ: I purchased a Kindle copy of this book. The review here is 100% my own and may differ from yours. ~Naila Moon
Great fun with a great message...
Will Allen and the Great Monster Detective
By: Jason Edwards
ISBN: 9780978951207
Published September 15, 2007 by Rogue Bear Press
Available Format: Paperback, ebook
My Rating: '''''
Goodreads' Synopsis: Will Allen and the Great Monster Detective is the story of a smart but timid 5th grade boy haunted by fears that have literally come to life. He searches fruitlessly for help until a strange business card mysteriously appears in his book bag, instructing him how to summon Bigelow Hawkins, The Great Monster Detective. With Bigelow's help, along with the use of a very special flashlight and magnifying glass, Will must learn how to conquer his monsters and uncover the secret of the dreadful Hidden Beast before it's too late...
The story starts out innocently enough. Who hasn't had a monster under their bed at some point? How handy would a Monster Detective have been back then? Pretty soon, however, Will finds out these aren't your run of the mill monsters. I love how the author works some really serious issues (bullies, abuse, insecurities) into such a fun, entertaining story. What a great way to approach tough subjects.
Some of the monsters did scare my six-year-old a bit. And I'll admit my husband and I had a fun time teasing him a little, but then discussed with him about how monsters are really just our imagination. In the end, however, he really did enjoy the story, and I love seeing him engaged with reading as much as he was with this book.
After finishing the Great Monster Detective, he signed up on the website to become an honorary Monster Detective. He thought that was super cool.
