Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes
Published by Scholastic Press on March 27th 2018
ISBN: 1338159313
Pages: 240
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Middle grade readers will enjoy this fast-paced story that blends mystery, art, and Mexican history. Paloma travels to Mexico City with her mother to learn more about her father’s birthplace. While in Mexico City, Paloma is introduced to the work of Frida Kahlo. Palamo is intrigued when she hears about special peacock ring that has gone missing from Kahlo’s estate. With the help of new friends, Lizzie and Gael, Paloma is determined to locate the missing ring. Readers will not predict the ending to this mystery due to red herrings, several mysterious characters, and the introduction of a subplot. Author, Angela Cervantes, has created a high-interest story that pays homage to Frida Kahlo. A recommended purchase for mystery collections. Recommended for grades 4-6.

Reviewed by Cathy Potter- Falmouth Middle School, Falmouth, ME