The Barf of the Bedazzler

Fart Quest #2

by Aaron Reynolds, Cam Kendell (Illustrator)

“If you love fantasy, funny humor, flatulence, and friends, then Aaron Reynolds has written the perfect book for you!” ―DAN SANTAT, author of The Aquanut , Sidekicks , and The Adventures of Beekle

Fart and his friends take on a new belly-quaking quest in the hilarious sequel Fart The Barf of the Bedazzler written by #1 New York Times bestselling author Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Cam Kendell.

After crushing their very first quest, young adventurers Pan, Moxie, and Fart are hungry for their next challenge. Luckily, the Great and Powerful Kevin has cooked up something for the Locate a bedazzler―a rare and monstrous creature of truly horrific power―and bring back . . . its barf.

But the danger in tracking down a bedazzler is hard to swallow. Rumor tells of a ruthless pirate captain who may be the only living soul that knows where to find a bedazzler. Our heroes must head to the high seas for a mission so deadly, they might lose their lives―or their lunch.

Bestselling author Aaron Reynolds and Cam Kendell bring even more laughs, adventure, and silliness in The Barf of the Bedazzler, book two in the Fart Quest series.

Genres: Fantasy, Childrens, Humor, Adventure, Fiction, Audiobook, Action

304 pages, Hardcover

Published February 2, 2021

About the author

Librarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads database.

Aaron Reynolds is a New York Times Bestselling Author of many highly acclaimed books for kids, including Dude!, Creepy Carrots!, Creepy Pair of Underwear!, Nerdy Birdy, and tons more. He frequently visits schools and his highly participatory presentations are a blast for kids and teachers alike. He lives in the Chicago area with his wife, two kids, four cats, and between three and ten fish, depending on the day.

(source: Amazon)

Reviews

[Saige · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this one better than the first book. I think the party dynamic is better settled, and it's always more satisfying for me to read about mage characters when they're a little more useful in a fight, past that truly beginning stage. Bartok was a lot more engaging in this one for that reason. I also love all the off-beat, unexpected details that this world is populated with. The tattoo shop in Wetwater comes to mind, as does Diremaw's snack obsession. Those little details make a middle grade series entertaining and fun even for an older reader.

[Eric Moote · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overall: it's funtastic. Similar to a bunch of 11-year olds playing DnD. It was great. My girls (6 and 4 years old) loved it.

[Charisa Flaherty · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got this book for the kid for Christmas. I thought the title would appeal to his 8 year old humor. He did not want to read it. I finally forced him to read it with me. He enjoyed it so much he has now read he first one and wants the other two. Sometimes mom’s do know things.

He said this book was pretty good. He did not have a favorite part, he liked it all. His favorite characters were Buckey (Art) and Tick Tock. His least favorite character was Ferny.

I enjoyed this book. I liked how they got experience points and levels. I thought that was cute. It was also not super in your face like the Minecraft book we recently read. I thought the characters were fun. And there were good lessons about friendships in there too. I hope we read some more of these together.

[Courtney Bendure · Rating 4 out of 5]

I adored this book. It was laugh until you snort funny. I would recommend it to anyone who wants something highly entertaining and engaging.

[Kathryn Currier · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is brilliant, funny, and adorable!

[Tamara Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

As good as the first but we traded some of the bodily function humor for character development. I am looking forward to the next two!

[Liz Friend · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story: Fart (a mage in training) and his companions Pan (an elf) and Moxie (a dwarf) set out on a quest to find the elusive substance known as Bedazzler barf. Their task is rendered nearly impossible because there is only one person who knows the whereabouts of a Bedazzler, and that’s the wicked Pirate Diremaw, who kills anyone who ever sees his face. The crew jumps from one adventure to the next--but the last one may be a real killer.

June Cleaver's ratings: Language G; Violence PG; Sexual content G; Nudity G; Substance abuse G; Magic & the occult: PG; GLBT content G; adult themes G; overall rating PG. Good for grades 3-6.

Liz's comments: Despite the crass series title "Fart Quest", this is an entertaining action/fantasy adventure with fighting, magic, and even hillbilly elves. Fart learns that he is enough, whatever his mage status, and a note from Pan at the end guarantees a sequel dealing with the possibly-nefarious motives of the Great and Powerful Kevin. In all, here’s a series that will appeal to the kids who love underwear, farting, and juvenile humor. The spot-on game-card illustrations will attract a separate set of fans, and those who like magical quests in easy doses will also find much to enjoy. Hand it to readers who like Max Brallier’s “Last Kids on Earth” books.

[Eric · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second book in the series *Fart Quest* was just as amusing as the first one. I had fun reading this one. Yes, it's aimed at kids. Yes, it's still essentially an extended fart joke HOWEVER - there's a good story in there too.

The companions that are travelling and having adventures together learn valuable lessons along the way. While these things are being done, the book itself is actually introducing kids to some of the concepts of role playing games - including experience points and levelling up.

I don't have an elementary schooler anymore, but these are exactly the sort of books I'd be reading with a kid in that age group. I'm really glad I picked this series up.

[Ellen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This sequel had a bit more heart to it than the first book did, so I enjoyed it more. There was a bit more legitimately funny parts in this installment, and I hope the series improves as the characters develop. I believe that as they grow, the ability for the authors to get some good humor in there will improve. Cute series for younger readers (or fools like me with the sense of humor of a young reader).

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can not say how much my kids and I are enjoying these audio books. The narrator is phenomenal. Hilariously written. Engaging and good for ages 6 to 99. (Not sure kids younger would understand the terminology or points being awarded the characters throughout the book)

I highly recommend this to anyone with kiddos who enjoyed reading Captain Underpants, Ben Braver or the Bad Guys series.

[Pam · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received an electronic ARC from Macmillan Children's Publishing Group through NetGalley.
The book picks up shortly after the first adventure ended. Fart, Moxie and Pan continue to build their connections as a team and hone their skills. Together with TickTock, they set out on a second quest for an item Kevin wants. Along the way, they team up with Bucket too. Adventure and fun with plenty of humor for middle grade readers. Reynolds knows how to weave ridiculousness with adventure and bring readers along as part of the story. Love the hint of more adventures to come from Pan at the end.

[Christine Zandt · Rating 5 out of 5]

The likable crew of Fart, Pan, and Moxie (human, elf, dwarf) set off to complete another quest for the Great and Powerful Kevin. This one involves a bedazzler--a creature whose gemstones shoot beams of power!

TickTock (a phibling / froglike creature) accompanies them. New ogre friend, Bucket, is quite the artist.

Part of this hilarious, fast-paced adventure takes place aboard a pirate ship where Fart and friends have to do a seemingly impossible task.

LOL funny scenes and art make this book stand out as a favorite for middle-grade readers.

[Meagan Petroni · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've been reading this series with my 10 year old and he loves them!

He rates this book a 4.5 out of 5 stars and he said he really enjoyed the adventure in this book and his favorite character is TickTock because he feels like they would be friends.

[Amy Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elle loves this series. I’m glad she’s reading

[Jordan Cuellar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hysterical, clever, and so much fun if you like fart jokes and D&D (and maybe even if you don’t)

[Pilar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Smart humour with very special characters. Can't wait to read the third one!

[Ranelle Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute! I love the potty/fart humor! Makes me giggle!

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally! Someone who hates cilantro just as much as me!

My kids and I loved this sequel and can’t wait to start the next!

[Adrian Johnstone · Rating 5 out of 5]

can someone help like 10 minutes ago i found this i'm signed in and can't figure out how to read it and don't want to buy it please help!!

[Rob · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books are 👌

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was so dumb. I was trying to see it from a kids' perspective and I guess some would like it. It had a RPG theme and I'm not sure many younger kids play those any more.

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

updated review 2025:

9/10

I love this series. They are great for young readers, and old readers looking for a funny, entertaining quest.

There are great themes of friendship throughout.

reminder: this is hopefully one of my last Goodreads reviews. i am moving to either fable or story graph (leaning towards story graph) to escape the Amazon/bezos ecosystem. plus this app has never been great, it's just all I've ever known.

my old review:

I didn't like this one as much as the first one, maybe because i listened instead of read. It was still fun to listen to it with the little ones.

[Sahara B.]

Read this book to my nearly 5 year old son. Moving from picture books to chapter books, and this one had enough images to keep him interested. It was a fun story, but I was a bit disappointed at the end, but overall a silly book.

[Danica Midlil · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining! Can't wait for the next.