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Summary: Fun, Light-hearted Read
Review: (...) I finished this book in one sitting and it was one of those rare books where the story was actually as amusing as the title. While at times some of the characters and scenarios are too extreme, to me, that's half the charm of the book. So if you're looking for a funny, light-hearted quick read, then "Ninjas, Piranhas, and Galileo" might be what you're looking for. In short, humorous characters (Shohei is one of the best characters I've come across in a long time!), original setting, and unique plot make this first book by Greg Leitich Smith a keeper.
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Summary: Fun, Light-hearted Read
Review: (...) I finished this book in one sitting and it was one of those rare books where the story was actually as amusing as the title. While at times some of the characters and scenarios are too extreme, to me, that's half the charm of the book. So if you're looking for a funny, light-hearted quick read, then "Ninjas, Piranhas, and Galileo" might be what you're looking for. In short, humorous characters (Shohei is one of the best characters I've come across in a long time!), original setting, and unique plot make this first book by Greg Leitich Smith a keeper.
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Summary: I love the quirky characters.
Review: Elias is forced to participate in his school's science fair. Laid-back Shohei, who can best be described as a slacker, "helps" Elias (and I use that word very loosely) with his project. To understate it a bit, things do not go well. The disastrous science experiment lands Elias in school court, with Honoria acting as his defense lawyer. Honoria meanwhile has fallen in "like" --- not with the boy who likes her, but with the other one.I love the quirky characters in Greg Leitich Smith's debut novel. Not only does the story embrace intelligence and the joy of learning, it is also funny. The thought of persuading piranhas to go on a vegetarian diet made me smile. But the overly earnest attempts made by Shohei's adoptive parents to acquaint him with his Japanese heritage (and his retaliation) had me laughing out loud. I had some minor quibbles concerning believability (in particular, a plot point that uses bugs to negotiate with a teacher), but who cares? I'll willingly suspend belief any day to enjoy a zany, brainy romp such as this one. --- Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon (terryms2001@yahoo.com)
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Summary: A Fabulous First Novel (both you and your kids will love)
Review: My boyfriend and I both loved this book. As a Children's Book Buyer for an independant bookstore, I am truly happy to recommend this title to my customers. I most highly recommeded this title for Chicagoans and private school kids. The story combines all the best of romance, schoool drama, science writing and family relations. We can't wait to see where Greg goes from here. I look forward to more and you will too!
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Summary: Fun read for adult and kids alike!
Review: My roomate's 8th grade son picked out this book from the local library, originally for his little sister in second grade. But when I started reading, I couldn't put it down. I found this book a very fun read. When I was reading, I was laughing all the time, The humor is alot like in the hitchhiker's guide, the 3 main characters reminded me the 3 muskerteers in Harry Potter, especially Honoria with Hormeone. I hope the author will do a series of book base on these 3 lively characters :) Kids into science, law or Japanese culture should find lots they can related with. Since I live in Austin, Hail! another wonderful Austin writer (if Greg do identify himself with Austin, Ha!)!
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Summary: Fun read for adult and kids alike!
Review: My roomate's 8th grade son picked out this book from the local library, originally for his little sister in second grade. But when I started reading, I couldn't put it down. I found this book a very fun read. When I was reading, I was laughing all the time, The humor is alot like in the hitchhiker's guide, the 3 main characters reminded me the 3 muskerteers in Harry Potter, especially Honoria with Hormeone. I hope the author will do a series of book base on these 3 lively characters :) Kids into science, law or Japanese culture should find lots they can related with. Since I live in Austin, Hail! another wonderful Austin writer (if Greg do identify himself with Austin, Ha!)!
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