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mariah13's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
pangobooks's review
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
kitsuneheart's review against another edition
5.0
Violeta has heard a lot about Puerto Rico from her Abuelita, but she still feels out of her element during a summer visit to the island. She feels useless in the project to repair Abuelita’s reastauraunt, after the devestation from Huracán Maria. And making friends makes her a bit nervous.
Though, perhaps she’d be a bit less nervous if her new friend was a cute, baby animal. One just right to snuggle in her arms, lick her face, and suck goats.
…wait, what?
Violeta has found a baby chupacabra. And there’s been a lot of attacks on local livestock. Violeta must hide Chupie, find a way to get it home, stop the attacks on livestock, and convince her few new friends that this little cuddle bug isn’t a threat to the community.
This book has such an emphasis on the cute, with Chupie, who really embodies a lot of dog loyalty, plus cat mischief. And, by the end of the book, we get to see plenty more creatures of folklore, which are all quite fascinating.
Definitely a good pick for any animal-loving kid, and probably also a good choice for those who feel a bit hesitant about social life.
Advanced reader copy provided by the publisher.
Though, perhaps she’d be a bit less nervous if her new friend was a cute, baby animal. One just right to snuggle in her arms, lick her face, and suck goats.
…wait, what?
Violeta has found a baby chupacabra. And there’s been a lot of attacks on local livestock. Violeta must hide Chupie, find a way to get it home, stop the attacks on livestock, and convince her few new friends that this little cuddle bug isn’t a threat to the community.
This book has such an emphasis on the cute, with Chupie, who really embodies a lot of dog loyalty, plus cat mischief. And, by the end of the book, we get to see plenty more creatures of folklore, which are all quite fascinating.
Definitely a good pick for any animal-loving kid, and probably also a good choice for those who feel a bit hesitant about social life.
Advanced reader copy provided by the publisher.
sammieelynn's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
books_nyx's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
1st rec of the year by my nephew✨
clarabooksit's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence and Grief
hulahoopes's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
kelseyreadingstuff's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
adeleon's review
3.0
*Thanks to NetGalley for a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review*
Follow Violeta and her friends as they find, befriend, and rescue a baby Chupacabra.
I loved the originality of this story, and the themes of family, friendships, and personal growth. The way the author portrays adults undermining kids abilities was so well done. And I LOVED all the Spanish that was seamlessly interwoven with English dialogue. Spanglish isn't seen often in books (at least not what I've read) and it was really well done.
I felt like some of the dialogue in the story was a bit out of place that would take me out of the adventure. Or that some scenes were glossed over and would've been nice to expand on. But overall it was a really sweet book, and I know kids will love it.
Follow Violeta and her friends as they find, befriend, and rescue a baby Chupacabra.
I loved the originality of this story, and the themes of family, friendships, and personal growth. The way the author portrays adults undermining kids abilities was so well done. And I LOVED all the Spanish that was seamlessly interwoven with English dialogue. Spanglish isn't seen often in books (at least not what I've read) and it was really well done.
I felt like some of the dialogue in the story was a bit out of place that would take me out of the adventure. Or that some scenes were glossed over and would've been nice to expand on. But overall it was a really sweet book, and I know kids will love it.