Trixie Belden the Pet Show Mystery (Trixie Belden Series No. 37)

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Summary: Good - but a change in style.
Review: For those of you who loved the first 34 Trixie Belden books, you may be somewhat disappointed by the writing style of this one. Attempts by the author to modernize and update elements of the story seem blatant and out-of-place in these here-to-fore timeless classics. Although the BWGs are once again working for a good cause - an environmental one at that - the spirit of the book does not ring as true as in previous volumes. Even Trixie's language and thoughts seem out of character. I'm guessing they brought in a different ghostwriter than that was utilized in the Kathryn Kenny books prior to volume 35 (I've yet to read 35, 36, 38, and 39; they're on their way to me right now). Although I love Trixie Belden, I was somewhat disappointed in this book - especially as I had paid so so much for it in an auction in order to complete my collection. Of note, however, those who enjoy the modernized "fanfics" on the various Trixie web-sites may indeed like this volume. I, myself, prefer the older style - without the illustrations.

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Summary: Reddy takes center stage
Review: The perfect book for kids interested in enviromental issues and wondering how you could help. Trixie and the rest of the Bob-Whites take charge of the situation in an attempt to save the starving game birds in their community. Fans of the series will enjoy the role that Bobby and Reddy play in this book. Of course, Trixie gets herself into another mystery and into jepordy. This book has all of the adventure worthy of a Trixie Belden Mystery, but clearly is written to invoke young minds into thinking about bigger issues and world problems. In the end, the mystery is solved, yet many life questions that people continually face are left for another day.