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Tuesday McGillycuddy #3
Blueberry Pancakes Forever
Winter has fallen in the world of story, and at Brown Street, Tuesday's typewriter lies silent. Far away in the Peppermint Forest, Vivienne Small fears that she will never again feel the touch of the sun.
But when the mysterious Loddon appears in Vivienne's treehouse, he brings with him terrible danger. Without warning, Tuesday is swept up into the world of story as she has never seen it before. In this forbidding and unfamiliar place - and without her beloved dog Baxterr at her side - Tuesday becomes Loddon's captive. But who exactly is this strange boy? And will she find a way to defeat him?
Blueberry Pancakes Forever will capture the hearts of everyone who is entranced by the power of story.
But when the mysterious Loddon appears in Vivienne's treehouse, he brings with him terrible danger. Without warning, Tuesday is swept up into the world of story as she has never seen it before. In this forbidding and unfamiliar place - and without her beloved dog Baxterr at her side - Tuesday becomes Loddon's captive. But who exactly is this strange boy? And will she find a way to defeat him?
Blueberry Pancakes Forever will capture the hearts of everyone who is entranced by the power of story.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published June 1, 2016
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About the author
Angelica Banks
6 books88 followersAngelica Banks is not one writer but two. Danielle Wood and Heather Rose are both award-winning authors and they have been friends for years. When they decided to write a book together they chose a pen name to make things easy.
Heather Rose
Before embarking on the Tuesday McGillycuddy series, Heather Rose was already the author of three novels for adults: White Heart, The Butterfly Man and The River Wife. Heather started working life as a writer before becoming an advertising copywriter in Melbourne. She has won numerous international creative awards. Her husband Rowan is a songwriter and composer and her three children (now rather grown-up) all love books, reading, art, movies, theatre and music. Heather has a fat cat called Chaplin, two elegant rats called Miko and Komiko, and she lives by the sea in Tasmania.
Danielle Wood
Before Danielle Wood invited Heather Rose to collaborate on the Tuesday McGillycuddy series, she was also an author of an adult novel, The Alphabet of Light and Dark (2002 Australian/Vogel Literary Award), a collection of short fiction: Rosie Little’s Cautionary Tales for Girls. She also wrote the biography Housewife Superstar: the very best of Marjorie Bligh and is editor of Marjorie Bligh’s HOME: Hints on Managing Everything and co-editor of Deep South: Stories from Tasmania. She has recently published a new collection of stories – Mothers’ Grimm. Danielle started working life as a journalist but now teaches writing at the University of Tasmania. She lives with her husband, John, three wild and wonderful children, one smart kelpie called Scout, several pedigree guinea pigs, two rats and many thousands of bees.d
Heather Rose
Before embarking on the Tuesday McGillycuddy series, Heather Rose was already the author of three novels for adults: White Heart, The Butterfly Man and The River Wife. Heather started working life as a writer before becoming an advertising copywriter in Melbourne. She has won numerous international creative awards. Her husband Rowan is a songwriter and composer and her three children (now rather grown-up) all love books, reading, art, movies, theatre and music. Heather has a fat cat called Chaplin, two elegant rats called Miko and Komiko, and she lives by the sea in Tasmania.
Danielle Wood
Before Danielle Wood invited Heather Rose to collaborate on the Tuesday McGillycuddy series, she was also an author of an adult novel, The Alphabet of Light and Dark (2002 Australian/Vogel Literary Award), a collection of short fiction: Rosie Little’s Cautionary Tales for Girls. She also wrote the biography Housewife Superstar: the very best of Marjorie Bligh and is editor of Marjorie Bligh’s HOME: Hints on Managing Everything and co-editor of Deep South: Stories from Tasmania. She has recently published a new collection of stories – Mothers’ Grimm. Danielle started working life as a journalist but now teaches writing at the University of Tasmania. She lives with her husband, John, three wild and wonderful children, one smart kelpie called Scout, several pedigree guinea pigs, two rats and many thousands of bees.d
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November 14, 2020
4.5 or 5 stars. Very good book that ends a trilogy of very good books (Finding Serendipity, A Week Without Tuesday, and Blueberry Pancakes Forever).
May 13, 2020
This was much more serious and heart felt than the other books. It captured grief so poignantly that it was painful to read at times. The blending between Tuesday’s & Serendipity’s storied was sometimes hard to follow. The injustice Vivian and Tuesday faced was hard to stomach.
But there was much to love. Colette Baden-Baden’s character was great. Baxterr was loyal and helpful as usual. The characters were resourceful and persevered. I’m glad we finished the series.
But there was much to love. Colette Baden-Baden’s character was great. Baxterr was loyal and helpful as usual. The characters were resourceful and persevered. I’m glad we finished the series.
July 22, 2018
This series has been an amazing adventure, and 'blueberry pancakes forever has lived up to the reputation that was created in the previous two books.
While a little more serious than the previous books I still found myself captivated by the world of Vivianne Small. The plot is told through multiple angles all fixated on one main idea "Tuesday is in danger and the world of Vivianne Small is falling into a toxic winter".
I won't spoil it but be prepared to feel sad. And then happy-sad.
While a little more serious than the previous books I still found myself captivated by the world of Vivianne Small. The plot is told through multiple angles all fixated on one main idea "Tuesday is in danger and the world of Vivianne Small is falling into a toxic winter".
I won't spoil it but be prepared to feel sad. And then happy-sad.
March 6, 2017
Huge thank you to Raincoast for this ARC!
I am so depressed that the Tuesday McGillycuddy series is completed. This has been one of my "go-to" middle grade series that I love to recommend to kids at my work. It's funny, it's enchanting, the writing is stunning, the characters are delightful -- it's the complete package for any middle grade lover. I loved each installment of this series, but reading Blueberry Pancakes Forever was both wonderful and bittersweet all the same.
I can't go into too much detail for this review because it is a series and there are events leading into this finale. There's a lot of drama in this book, particularly involving Vivian Small, Tuesday's mother's leading character in her popular children's series. Baxterr the dog also has some awesome moments in the story as well (although let's be real here, Baxterr is always the best). I also love the incorporation of food in Blueberry Pancakes Forever, and we get to see more of Tuesday's family dynamic as well.
There's also some very heavy moments in this story. For all this series' humour, there are some gut-punching moments that I know got me as I was reading along. Especially in the first few pages, even! But in all honesty, if you've never read the Tuesday McGillycuddy series and you love middle grade, this is A+, will read again material. If you have a young one who loves magic and fun characters, this series is equally for them. While I am sad that this is the last book in the series, I really cannot wait to see what Angelica Banks has in store next.
I am so depressed that the Tuesday McGillycuddy series is completed. This has been one of my "go-to" middle grade series that I love to recommend to kids at my work. It's funny, it's enchanting, the writing is stunning, the characters are delightful -- it's the complete package for any middle grade lover. I loved each installment of this series, but reading Blueberry Pancakes Forever was both wonderful and bittersweet all the same.
I can't go into too much detail for this review because it is a series and there are events leading into this finale. There's a lot of drama in this book, particularly involving Vivian Small, Tuesday's mother's leading character in her popular children's series. Baxterr the dog also has some awesome moments in the story as well (although let's be real here, Baxterr is always the best). I also love the incorporation of food in Blueberry Pancakes Forever, and we get to see more of Tuesday's family dynamic as well.
There's also some very heavy moments in this story. For all this series' humour, there are some gut-punching moments that I know got me as I was reading along. Especially in the first few pages, even! But in all honesty, if you've never read the Tuesday McGillycuddy series and you love middle grade, this is A+, will read again material. If you have a young one who loves magic and fun characters, this series is equally for them. While I am sad that this is the last book in the series, I really cannot wait to see what Angelica Banks has in store next.
March 9, 2023
After reading the first few chapters, and joked “oh I bet they decided to kill the dad after a happy ending.” Sadly, the next paragraph was mentioning he died, and I cried and cried because I’m emotional like that. I wanted to put the book down, and pretend it wasn’t real. But I’m glad I didn’t.
The story shows much more emotion than the previous stories, and I again loved the world building. The story was raw, strong, and beautiful in many ways. I loved getting some backstory of Serendipity, and getting to meet the new character Colette. I loved the way it added these topics of death, depression, and loneliness, while staying a generally enjoyable book and adventure to go on.
Finishing the series is bittersweet, but I can’t help but calling it a very youthful lighthearted adventure series that my inner child is just eating all up like blueberry pancakes. Plus the ending made me cry, but again, I am just emotional like that. I hope to visit the world of Tuesday McGillycuddy again one day, but until then these books will sit on my shelves as a reminder of how much I love them.
The story shows much more emotion than the previous stories, and I again loved the world building. The story was raw, strong, and beautiful in many ways. I loved getting some backstory of Serendipity, and getting to meet the new character Colette. I loved the way it added these topics of death, depression, and loneliness, while staying a generally enjoyable book and adventure to go on.
Finishing the series is bittersweet, but I can’t help but calling it a very youthful lighthearted adventure series that my inner child is just eating all up like blueberry pancakes. Plus the ending made me cry, but again, I am just emotional like that. I hope to visit the world of Tuesday McGillycuddy again one day, but until then these books will sit on my shelves as a reminder of how much I love them.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 16, 2017
To be honest, I absolutely adore this series, but I wasn't going to start reading it yet until some of my other TBR books were finished. (Gotta get my PopSugar list done y'all.) Then, I read the inside cover and couldn't stop myself from cracking the third (and final?) book of the Tuesday McGillycuddy series open. Be warned that this installment is much darker than the previous books.
This isn't a spoiler, since it happens literally first thing in the book, but Dennis' mysterious illness comes back (I think Banks insinuates cancer?) and he passes away. (<-- That's what was on the inside cover people!!! )The McGillyCuddy house falls into a deep depression. Neither Tuesday or Serendipidity (Sarah) can muster the strength to clean, eat, answer phone calls, or (most importantly) write. Meanwhile the world of Vivienne Small has been plunged into a bitterly cold winter. The world's inhabitants are dying and the cold shows no signs of leaving. Vivienne is taken from her tree house by Lodden, a cruel boy made out of grass. She's forced to pull Tuesday back into the world one more time, but this adventure is unlike any other. Tuesday's life may really be on the line.
I've rated the two previous books in this series pretty high. I love the idea that writers go to another world to complete their stories and I love the lightheartedness of the story. This book dealt very well with the depression that Tuesday and her mother felt. (Though it WAS sort of surprising that Dennis died in the first place.)
There were a few issues I didn't like much. I felt Collette's character was a bit extraneous. She seems to be there only to move the plot along and have other characters not repeat the pattern of defying the librarian the same way they did in A Week without Tuesday. I guess it was cool that she could understand the Winged Dogs from the very start, but it was a bit unnecessary. As always I find the portrayal of the librarian to be somewhat annoying, but I am perhaps a bit biased about this being a librarian myself. I would never be so brusque with a patron, even a writer in my normal service. I ultimately found Lodden to be the most interesting character of this book.
Overall this was a 4/5 read for me. Word on the street says that this is the last Tuesday book. Hopefully this is not so, but I look forward to reading whatever the Banks duo publishes next.
This isn't a spoiler, since it happens literally first thing in the book, but Dennis' mysterious illness comes back (I think Banks insinuates cancer?) and he passes away. (<-- That's what was on the inside cover people!!! )The McGillyCuddy house falls into a deep depression. Neither Tuesday or Serendipidity (Sarah) can muster the strength to clean, eat, answer phone calls, or (most importantly) write. Meanwhile the world of Vivienne Small has been plunged into a bitterly cold winter. The world's inhabitants are dying and the cold shows no signs of leaving. Vivienne is taken from her tree house by Lodden, a cruel boy made out of grass. She's forced to pull Tuesday back into the world one more time, but this adventure is unlike any other. Tuesday's life may really be on the line.
I've rated the two previous books in this series pretty high. I love the idea that writers go to another world to complete their stories and I love the lightheartedness of the story. This book dealt very well with the depression that Tuesday and her mother felt. (Though it WAS sort of surprising that Dennis died in the first place.)
There were a few issues I didn't like much. I felt Collette's character was a bit extraneous. She seems to be there only to move the plot along and have other characters not repeat the pattern of defying the librarian the same way they did in A Week without Tuesday. I guess it was cool that she could understand the Winged Dogs from the very start, but it was a bit unnecessary. As always I find the portrayal of the librarian to be somewhat annoying, but I am perhaps a bit biased about this being a librarian myself. I would never be so brusque with a patron, even a writer in my normal service. I ultimately found Lodden to be the most interesting character of this book.
Overall this was a 4/5 read for me. Word on the street says that this is the last Tuesday book. Hopefully this is not so, but I look forward to reading whatever the Banks duo publishes next.
May 21, 2017
Did I enjoy this book? Yes, I did. But I was a bit taken aback by how...dark it was. Some quite gut-wrenching scenes and the villain is quite demented. I have not read the first book in the series yet. When I was able to get a free review copy of the second book I decided to start there so I could advise students if it would make sense even without starting from the beginning (for the record, you can start with the second book, but I would recommend starting from the beginning because it's obvious you're missing some things). I did not reread A Week Without Tuesday before reading this book, but I wish I had. I knew some of the characters were familiar but could not remember all of the details. I would definitely not recommend starting with this book.
Some parts of this book seemed almost geared toward adults. The main characters are dealing with grief and I'm not sure younger kids will be able to relate to the adults. I could be wrong, though. But just be prepared for readers to come to you and tell you this book was really sad.
All that said, this book celebrates writers and imagination, and the power of stories. Hand this to your fantasy readers who are looking for an emotional read.
*I received a free review copy of this book from the publisher through my district library services*
Some parts of this book seemed almost geared toward adults. The main characters are dealing with grief and I'm not sure younger kids will be able to relate to the adults. I could be wrong, though. But just be prepared for readers to come to you and tell you this book was really sad.
All that said, this book celebrates writers and imagination, and the power of stories. Hand this to your fantasy readers who are looking for an emotional read.
*I received a free review copy of this book from the publisher through my district library services*
January 19, 2021
What a heartwarming book, it is beautifully written and a rollercoaster of adventure. Blueberry Pancakes Forever is the third book in the magically beautiful series of Tuesday McGillycuddy.
At Brown Street, an event of sadness has befallen Tuesday and you can no longer hear the click - clack of her baby blue typewriter. And when a grassboy named Loddon invades Vivienne Small’s treehouse, he wreaks havoc and attempts to kill Vivienne. When Tuesday is taken by quite a fierce string, to the land of story, it is not as she expects. Without Baxterr at her side and no hope in her heart, she becomes London’s captive. Will Tuesday be able to escape from this strange boy? Or will she be his captive forever?
This captivating book offers entertainment to the young and old. It is a rollercoaster of emotion and the problems will capture any reader's heart. Blueberry pancakes forever is like a pancake itself, the beginning is sweet and soft, the middle is chewy and deeply enjoyable and the end is so sweet you want more, but you know there won't be. The way this book yanks at the soul is heartwarming and comforting. I absolutely loved this book, from the binding to the end pages. It’s all magical. May there always be rainy days with a book by the fire, friends and family at the table and blueberry pancakes forever.
Keep Reading, Adventures Await!
At Brown Street, an event of sadness has befallen Tuesday and you can no longer hear the click - clack of her baby blue typewriter. And when a grassboy named Loddon invades Vivienne Small’s treehouse, he wreaks havoc and attempts to kill Vivienne. When Tuesday is taken by quite a fierce string, to the land of story, it is not as she expects. Without Baxterr at her side and no hope in her heart, she becomes London’s captive. Will Tuesday be able to escape from this strange boy? Or will she be his captive forever?
This captivating book offers entertainment to the young and old. It is a rollercoaster of emotion and the problems will capture any reader's heart. Blueberry pancakes forever is like a pancake itself, the beginning is sweet and soft, the middle is chewy and deeply enjoyable and the end is so sweet you want more, but you know there won't be. The way this book yanks at the soul is heartwarming and comforting. I absolutely loved this book, from the binding to the end pages. It’s all magical. May there always be rainy days with a book by the fire, friends and family at the table and blueberry pancakes forever.
Keep Reading, Adventures Await!
February 18, 2018
This provides a lovely conclusion to a sweet trilogy. We enjoyed the first two books very much, and this made for a strong and satisfying finish. Poignant and thoughtful, especially in dealing with the loss of a spouse and parent, but handled in a gentle, comfortable, and comforting way. The language flows smoothly and easily, in a way that is clear and inviting for young readers or listeners, but it is not simplistic or childish at all. There is clearly a savoring of words and language that is a pleasant treat. This whole series will appeal to anyone who has loved creating, imagining, and writing stories, and to anyone who has fallen in love with a literary world and its characters. It's aimed at gradeschool or middle school children, I suppose, but found it quite enjoyable, myself. Worthwhile reading.
April 3, 2018
Blueberry Pancakes Forever is the perfect ending to the Tuesday McGillycuddy trilogy. I can truly say that I have not been so swept up in a series (or so heartbroken to reach the end) in a long while. I would highly recommend the books to any young girl, or anyone at all who has once felt the irresistible pull of a good book. If you are considering reading this book and have any questions at all, please talk to me and I will tell you more (without spoilers!).
July 5, 2019
Lovely tale dealing with the reality of loss. I thought the demise of the villain fell a little short for me and wish a better lesson could have been taught about bullies but the other characters final scenes left me content with the ending overall. Baxterr is still one of my favorite characters and his role is no less pivotal then in the previous two books. This seemed a lovely and thoughtful conclusion for me to the series.
September 7, 2023
As always Tuesday McGillycuddy was a sweet but wild ride.
Absolute chaos filled this book, and our villain, this time, was not redeemable at all. It also held onto the notes of grief from the very beginning which was completely different vibe from all the other books.
But it ended happily, had a wonderful message and I'm excited to see if it continues.
Absolute chaos filled this book, and our villain, this time, was not redeemable at all. It also held onto the notes of grief from the very beginning which was completely different vibe from all the other books.
But it ended happily, had a wonderful message and I'm excited to see if it continues.
May 11, 2017
I think it was a really sad book because Dennis died. It was a little perplexing and confusing. I thought the ending was pretty good, though confusing. I thought that the ending could of, thought be a little more secure and closing, but in the end, it was all good.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 29, 2017
This one felt incongruous with the other two, very disconnected. It was also just a downer and I didn't care to get to know new characters when I'd rather see more of the ones I already liked (Blake, the assistant who's name I don't remember).
March 13, 2018
Really well written conclusion of an incredible series. The light, cartoony pictures really don't do the depth of writing justice. A bit of a tear jerker but in a good way. Couldn't stop reading. Recommended!
April 1, 2020
This book is amazing even though I'm only on page 58 but it really is an amazing story it was really sad when I heard their father had died I was in fact shocked. I can't wait to see what happens next speaking of which I am going to read it now!
October 10, 2021
I know this a series for younger readers, but I absolutely loved it. It gave you the feeling of discovering a good book when you were younger. This final book in the series was truly beautiful and I had tears in my eyes at the end. Highly recommend it!
May 15, 2017
A truly imaginative story with wonderful characters, and a great writing style. I'm so glad I read this series.
December 24, 2017
I like the original more than this one. The ending dragged on and on. Enough all ready!
January 31, 2018
Good ending. Chocked up in a few places
July 23, 2018
I also read this with my daughter. We cried a lot. It was heavier than the previous books but beautifully written and so very special. Highly recommend this series.
November 12, 2018
Kids loved this series.
February 8, 2019
I liked the book except for Loddon and any parts with him. He was really creepy, and Tuesday didn't really have an adventure after she got captured, the others did.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 23, 2020
This third book in the series was harder to read than the first two, but it had a beautiful message and totally made me cry.
May 18, 2020
There is a great fantasy world here! There is also great heart and family in this. There is good grieving and bad grieving. There is great support. This is a wonderful book and even inspiring.
September 20, 2020
Another satisfying story in the series with favorite characters new and returning.
January 3, 2021
Loved it! So much fun and fantasy in there, even for a 44-year-old!
April 27, 2021
This is a Middle Grade Book - It is a Okay Book but its not my type of a Middle Grade.....its more like a Fantasy type book.
I give this 4/5 Stars.
I give this 4/5 Stars.
December 19, 2021
My least favourite of the series
January 23, 2024
The perfect wrap up to the series and quite possibly the most adventurous!
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