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Leila Nugget Mystery: Who Stole Mr. T?
Leila & Nugget Mysteries are cute, funny chapter books that get even reluctant readers to beg for one more chapter. In this outing, Leila Beal and her little dog, Nugget, must crack the case of the neighborhood turtlenapping.
Leila and Nugget have big plans for their snow day—that is, until a neighborhood pet goes missing. Now, they’ve got to solve the mystery before the turtlenapper can strike again. Could it be Weirdy Beardy, the construction worker? Perhaps it’s the cranky, old neighbor lady. Or maybe, just maybe, this is an inside job. Who Stole Mr. T? will keep young readers guessing until the last page.
Leila & Nugget Mysteries reward developing readers with nonstop laughs, twists, and—of course—cute pets.
Leila and Nugget have big plans for their snow day—that is, until a neighborhood pet goes missing. Now, they’ve got to solve the mystery before the turtlenapper can strike again. Could it be Weirdy Beardy, the construction worker? Perhaps it’s the cranky, old neighbor lady. Or maybe, just maybe, this is an inside job. Who Stole Mr. T? will keep young readers guessing until the last page.
Leila & Nugget Mysteries reward developing readers with nonstop laughs, twists, and—of course—cute pets.
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Published October 18, 2022
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November 5, 2022
Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Audio (Andrews McMeel Publishing) for accepting my request to audibly read and review Leila & Nugget Mystery -- Who Stole Mr. T?
Author: Dustin Brady; Deserae Brady
Published: 10/18/22
Narrator: Emily Eiden
Genre: Children's Fiction
The narration was spot-on funny, whiney, and annoying. I could feel the tears, laughter and the anger. Quite frankly, a beautiful performance by Emily Eiden.
The title says it all, okay, not really. There is a dog, a turtle, a cold room, a five inch rule (I think, I didn't write it down -- Don't judge me, I wanted it to happen). And, so much more packed into this short audiobook. I'm not spoiling.
I enjoyed the premise. The children are mannered. The cover illustration gave me a cute visual, and confidently I could say to a little one, it's not sad, everything works out as it should. Let's read. A great introduction to the mystery genre.
I would gift this to everyone. Of note, this could be the fun book in the babysitter's bag.
Author: Dustin Brady; Deserae Brady
Published: 10/18/22
Narrator: Emily Eiden
Genre: Children's Fiction
The narration was spot-on funny, whiney, and annoying. I could feel the tears, laughter and the anger. Quite frankly, a beautiful performance by Emily Eiden.
The title says it all, okay, not really. There is a dog, a turtle, a cold room, a five inch rule (I think, I didn't write it down -- Don't judge me, I wanted it to happen). And, so much more packed into this short audiobook. I'm not spoiling.
I enjoyed the premise. The children are mannered. The cover illustration gave me a cute visual, and confidently I could say to a little one, it's not sad, everything works out as it should. Let's read. A great introduction to the mystery genre.
I would gift this to everyone. Of note, this could be the fun book in the babysitter's bag.
November 9, 2022
I received a free ARC of this audiobook in exchange for my honest opinion.
My 7 year old and I listened to this yesterday. He enjoyed it very much and didn't want it to end. We sat in the car even after getting home so that he wouldn't have to wait for the ending! So it was clearly that good for him!
The narration was fine. Nothing spectacular; however, it was engaging enough for my 7 year old. There were noises for dramatic effect which I thought was good. I found some pauses between words and noises to be too long at times.
It was a cute mystery book and it had a very good message to it.
My 7 year old and I listened to this yesterday. He enjoyed it very much and didn't want it to end. We sat in the car even after getting home so that he wouldn't have to wait for the ending! So it was clearly that good for him!
The narration was fine. Nothing spectacular; however, it was engaging enough for my 7 year old. There were noises for dramatic effect which I thought was good. I found some pauses between words and noises to be too long at times.
It was a cute mystery book and it had a very good message to it.
November 25, 2022
Listened to the audiobook (advance review version); approximately 1 1/2 hours.
Story is for young children. My niece is 6 years old old; she wasn't captivated by the story (but she doesn't own pets and was maybe a little too young for a mystery ... and the timing for a story wasn't quite right at the time).
I thought it was a good story; some good friends team up to find a missing turtle and use clues to solve the mystery. The story also cautions against making judgements and accusations too quickly.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review the advance audio. Thank you to the authors Dustin and Deserae Brady; great narration by Emily Eiden; and publisher Andrews McMeel Audio (Andrews McMeel Publishing). Publication date 18 Oct 2022.
Story is for young children. My niece is 6 years old old; she wasn't captivated by the story (but she doesn't own pets and was maybe a little too young for a mystery ... and the timing for a story wasn't quite right at the time).
I thought it was a good story; some good friends team up to find a missing turtle and use clues to solve the mystery. The story also cautions against making judgements and accusations too quickly.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review the advance audio. Thank you to the authors Dustin and Deserae Brady; great narration by Emily Eiden; and publisher Andrews McMeel Audio (Andrews McMeel Publishing). Publication date 18 Oct 2022.
November 17, 2022
Are you planning a trip for the holidays? Will you be with a first to third grader (or so) ? If yes, this book could make an enjoyable listen and would pass some time for them.
Here is a story of a girl detective and her dog. Will they discover who is responsible for a turtle napping? Of course they will but the fun is in the listening.
The narrator does a good job and has a child like voice so it feels as if she is speaking directly to kids. She will help them to solve the case.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for this audio title. All opinions are my own.
Here is a story of a girl detective and her dog. Will they discover who is responsible for a turtle napping? Of course they will but the fun is in the listening.
The narrator does a good job and has a child like voice so it feels as if she is speaking directly to kids. She will help them to solve the case.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for this audio title. All opinions are my own.
November 4, 2022
Finally a snow day! Mr. T, Havi’s pet turtle is missing. This is not the first turtle-napping but it will be the last. Leila and Nugget, Leila’s dog, is on the case. This book is a great introduction to mysteries.
This is such a cute story. I fell in love with all of the characters. I love how Nuggets helps the kids along the way. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
This is such a cute story. I fell in love with all of the characters. I love how Nuggets helps the kids along the way. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
February 23, 2023
Children's mystery, first chapter book. Leila, Kate, and Javi are excited to finally get a snow day. But their plans for the day are put aside when Javi discovers that his beloved turtle, Mr. T, is nowhere to be found. Inspired by her detective stories, Leila helps them follow the clues, along with her playful pup Nugget. A quick read, with a believable path from clues to solving.
April 26, 2025
It is a great book
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April 23, 2023I have mixed feedback about this. Leila was SO annoying early on, but I did find myself invested in the whereabouts of the turtle as the story progressed. It's basically a cozy winter mystery for children. I'm not sure I'd want this as an audiobook, though. The sensory input of the narrator's voice was not good for me.
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