My Lists
Featured Lists
REVIEWS
School Library Journal
Reviewed on April 1, 2012 | Grades 5-up
Gr 4–6—Those incorrigible children of Ashton Place are back. The story is rife with colorful characters, catchy phrases, mad-cap adventure, and a touch of mystery. Tantalizing pieces of the puzzle concerning the children's origins and their connection to Miss Lumley and Ashton Place continue to be cleverly revealed throughout the story, creating just the right balance in this fast-paced, fun read. It begins with the appearance of a stray ostrich, soon followed by the Widow Ashton and Admiral F...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2012
The adventures of plucky governess Penelope Lumley and her three raised-by-wolves charges continue, with somewhat less purpose than in the previou...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on May 1, 2012
This exciting installment of the series features encounters with wolves and a shocking case of mistaken identity. Intriguing clues and revelations sprinkled throughout advance the mystery set forth in the previous books. Clever wordplay and witty authorial asides make for a funny, intelligent read: “Th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More