The Shadow Hand (Babysitting Nightmares) by Kat Shepherd, 199 pages. Imprint (Macmillan), 2018. $14. 978-1250156969
Content: G
BUYING ADVISORY: EL – OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Rebecca has a dream job babysitting the most adorable 1-year-old in the neighborhood. The last time she babysat, Rebecca found a mossy handprint on Kyle’s window. Now the once sweet baby is throwing tantrums and biting. Friends Clio, Tanya, and Maggie do a little research and figure out Kyle must have been switched with a changling from the goblin world. Since the switch happened on Rebecca’s watch, she feels responsible for getting baby Kyle back.
This book is on the lower age range for middle grade. It’s a good choice for struggling readers. The plot takes the girls on a chase into the nonhuman world. Unfortunately, both characters and plot are one-dimensional and the scare factor is tame. Students who want a quick read with a mildly scary plot may enjoy it.
Valerie McEnroe, Media Specialist
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