Review by Booklist Review
The new series, MVP, by the author of the Ballpark Mysteries introduces five friends at Franklin Elementary School, who band together to find the would-be saboteur of the school's annual Olympics. Fearing that the games will be cancelled when anonymous threats are received, Max, Alice, Niko, Luke, and Kat collect clues while also trying to participate in various events. The culprit seems to be one step ahead, but the kids doggedly eliminate suspects and even forfeit the chance for medals when they recognize their chance to catch him red-handed. The combination of athletics and mysteries is always a winner, and the friends are a diverse group in terms of race and talent, who swiftly recognize their potential when working as a team. After saving the Olympics they create the MVP club. It may not have a function yet, but its purpose will undoubtedly become evident as the series continues. Illustrations break up the text, and the book ends with several pages of MVP Stats about the Olympics. An energetic series opener.--Dean, Kara Copyright 2016 Booklist
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Review by School Library Journal Review
Gr 2-5-The first entry in this new series brings together a group of five energetic elementary students who are excited about the upcoming Olympic-style games. While Max, Nico, Luke, Alice, and Kat practice for their events, they stumble onto a mystery: someone is threatening the games. Although the principal tells them not to worry, they discover that there have been multiple threats insisting that the games be cancelled. Uncovering one clue at a time, they work together to solve the mystery. Short chapters filled with action keep readers interested and engaged. Illustrations throughout bring characters and events to life. An "MVP Stats" section at the end provides basic information about the Olympics. VERDICT Sports lovers and readers of all stripes will like hanging out with these five kids who exemplify the best in cooperation and competition.-Laura Fields Eason, Parker Bennett Curry Elementary School, Bowling Green, KY © Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
A diverse group of Franklin Elementary students--Max, Alice, Nico, and twins Luke and Kat--works to uncover who's trying to sabotage the school's Olympic-style field day while also participating in the competitions. Action-filled chapters and plentiful black-and-white illustrations support beginning readers. Facts about the Olympics are included at book's end. A lively start to the mystery/sports mash-up series. (c) Copyright 2017. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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