Illustrated by Vera Soki
Rating: Marginal
Marshall Cavendish, 2007, $15.99
ISBN: 978-0-7614-5353-6
Age Level: 9-12 years
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Marshall Cavendish, 2007, $15.99
ISBN: 978-0-7614-5353-6
Age Level: 9-12 years
View this book on Amazon
I have seen this character of Emma Dilemma be compared to Junie B. and Ramona, but I feel that Emma is much less entertaining. While Emma has the same types of thoughts and feelings as many children her age, she lacks that extra spark that both Junie and Ramona have. This lack of spark carries throughout the story, which is too long for the end result. The ending has a very nice message, but one that was simple enough to not need over 100 pages of almost humorless misadventure. Overall, this Emma Dilemma tale feels like real life, and what is the purpose of reading the ordinary?
Reviewer: Monica Barrette, Orange Public Library
