The Bolds in Trouble by Julian Clary, David Roberts
Published by Carolrhoda Books (R) on May 7th 2019
ISBN: 1541500458
Pages: 304
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This addition to The Bolds series is silly and fun while being somewhat edgy.  The theme of this title centers on a fox who is stealing food from neighborhood homes.  In their humorous and caring nature the Bolds invite the fox into their home and learn that he is both a bully and rude guest.   Although a fun read this series edition does not present a good role model for family or interpersonal relationships.

Readers will love Mr. Bold’s constant jokes which are bound to bring about some adult snickers as they read aloud at bedtime.   When read with an adult, the behavior issues can be discussed with second and third grade readers.  Clary’s illustrations provide half the fun as he dresses the characters and allows them to stand upright like humans.  Young fans of the series are sure to go  looking for this title on their library and local bookstore shelves.  Add to libraries who are collecting the series.

Submitted by Jan Hamilton, retired youth service librarian in Scarborough, ME