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_rockqueen_'s review
5.0
It's my first time ever reviewing a children's book and I've got to say that I was NOT by any means dissapointed! The book was so adorable and perfect for kids. I'm an aunt of 4 nephews and I know they'll absolutely love it! The illustrations and wording were absolutely amazing and very easy to understand. Maxine keeps you hooked throughout the story! I love that it has so much adventure within the pages. Some great life lessons are taught for sure. This would be so perfect for the Christmas or winter season! I would highly recommend this book for anyone that has any children. They would for sure love it!
mehsi's review against another edition
3.0
I received this book from the author in exchange of an honest review.
I couldn't resist when I got the opportunity to review this book, it sounded absolutely adorable and while it was totally out of season (it is summer here) I still wanted to read it. Plus, it would provide some coolness in this summer warmth (though it is a bit cooler here unlike last week, phew).
This was quite fun, it is about a small reindeer called Ronaldo who is fabulous at flying and takes tons of pleasure from doing it. He tries to be the very best. I instantly liked the little guy, especially after he takes in a very lone wolf cub named Ernie. Sure, he wasn't always happy with her presence (it definitely didn't help that the cub didn't understand to maybe stay hidden/quiet), but he tries his best to help her out and make sure she is warm and snug. Of course, not only that but also helping her out finding her family, because she is desperate to find them.
I had expected a bit more given the title, I thought this whole book would be about figuring out who was stealing all the carrots, but that one was solved superduper early on. And while the "criminal" is still around, there were no more stolen carrots or mysterious going-ons. A bit of a shame.
I loved the names of the other reindeers, they have the fairly standard reindeer names we are so used to seeing. Rudolph, Dasher, Prancer, Cupid, etc.. I also loved that despite them not getting too much time in the spotlight they still all had personalities. Now this may sound weird, but I have read plenty of books with background characters that just get a name, some basic stuff, but other than that they are just that, background characters. This one went a step further. There is even a baddie amongst the characters, a big bully. But don't worry, he will get his comeuppance. Teehee.
It was fun to see Rudi (Rudolph) and Ronaldo together, they truly are the best of friends. I had a laugh at how Ronaldo was often shaking his head at his best bud's fashion sense (then again I do agree, it is pretty terrible).
It was great how Ronaldo wasn't sure about losing, or at least sabotaging his own awesome track records with flying, decided to go for the right thing eventually.
Can I just say I found it hilarious that Ernie is cold/wears clothes, but the other wolves are just walking around naked (as I would call it given that the reindeers also wear clothes).
Of course, there is plenty more about this book. Did I mention all the carrots? Really, so many carrots. Seeing the friendship between Rudi, Ronaldo, and Ernie growing and them getting better friends with each page was delightful, the flying training was a delight and the race at the end superexciting, I loved Ronaldo's parents and how supportive they were and cheering for him at any moment, the illustrations are tons of fun and make the book even more fun to read, and the cover is also fab! I am sure kids will love this one.
All in all, I had fun reading this one and I would definitely like to read the other books in the series one day.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I couldn't resist when I got the opportunity to review this book, it sounded absolutely adorable and while it was totally out of season (it is summer here) I still wanted to read it. Plus, it would provide some coolness in this summer warmth (though it is a bit cooler here unlike last week, phew).
This was quite fun, it is about a small reindeer called Ronaldo who is fabulous at flying and takes tons of pleasure from doing it. He tries to be the very best. I instantly liked the little guy, especially after he takes in a very lone wolf cub named Ernie. Sure, he wasn't always happy with her presence (it definitely didn't help that the cub didn't understand to maybe stay hidden/quiet), but he tries his best to help her out and make sure she is warm and snug. Of course, not only that but also helping her out finding her family, because she is desperate to find them.
I had expected a bit more given the title, I thought this whole book would be about figuring out who was stealing all the carrots, but that one was solved superduper early on. And while the "criminal" is still around, there were no more stolen carrots or mysterious going-ons. A bit of a shame.
I loved the names of the other reindeers, they have the fairly standard reindeer names we are so used to seeing. Rudolph, Dasher, Prancer, Cupid, etc.. I also loved that despite them not getting too much time in the spotlight they still all had personalities. Now this may sound weird, but I have read plenty of books with background characters that just get a name, some basic stuff, but other than that they are just that, background characters. This one went a step further. There is even a baddie amongst the characters, a big bully. But don't worry, he will get his comeuppance. Teehee.
It was fun to see Rudi (Rudolph) and Ronaldo together, they truly are the best of friends. I had a laugh at how Ronaldo was often shaking his head at his best bud's fashion sense (then again I do agree, it is pretty terrible).
It was great how Ronaldo wasn't sure about losing, or at least sabotaging his own awesome track records with flying, decided to go for the right thing eventually.
Can I just say I found it hilarious that Ernie is cold/wears clothes, but the other wolves are just walking around naked (as I would call it given that the reindeers also wear clothes).
Of course, there is plenty more about this book. Did I mention all the carrots? Really, so many carrots. Seeing the friendship between Rudi, Ronaldo, and Ernie growing and them getting better friends with each page was delightful, the flying training was a delight and the race at the end superexciting, I loved Ronaldo's parents and how supportive they were and cheering for him at any moment, the illustrations are tons of fun and make the book even more fun to read, and the cover is also fab! I am sure kids will love this one.
All in all, I had fun reading this one and I would definitely like to read the other books in the series one day.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
duchessofreadin's review
5.0
My Review of Ronaldo and The Phantom Carrot Snatcher
Ronaldo is working very hard to become one of the best fliers out there, and working hard to break the record. But when carrots start to disappear, he sets out to solve the mystery. What he finds is a lost wolf cub, one of the enemies of the Reindeer. But there is something about this young cub that is different. Ronaldo befriends the young cub, and they work together to find her family, all while he still tries to break the record, and prepare for the big day.
My Thoughts
This was a super cute read, and very enjoyable! I really enjoyed reading it! This is perfect for kids, especially as it deals with friendship, and making friends with those that are not the same as you! I look forward to letting my children read this, and I know they are going to enjoy it as much as I have.
Ronaldo is working very hard to become one of the best fliers out there, and working hard to break the record. But when carrots start to disappear, he sets out to solve the mystery. What he finds is a lost wolf cub, one of the enemies of the Reindeer. But there is something about this young cub that is different. Ronaldo befriends the young cub, and they work together to find her family, all while he still tries to break the record, and prepare for the big day.
My Thoughts
This was a super cute read, and very enjoyable! I really enjoyed reading it! This is perfect for kids, especially as it deals with friendship, and making friends with those that are not the same as you! I look forward to letting my children read this, and I know they are going to enjoy it as much as I have.
booksnbeanies's review
4.0
Ronaldo wants to win the Golden Snowflake so bad. All he has to do is be the fastest reindeer in his class at the Reindeer Flying Academy. He just has to be the fastest on his last two flying tests and the Golden Snowflake is all his! All is going well until he finds a young wolf named Ernie hiding in the bushes by his house. Ernie is lost and needs Ronaldo to help her find her family. Ronaldo is torn between winning the Golden Snowflake or being a good friend and helping Ernie. Which will he choose? You’ll have to read it to find out!
I was asked to review this book through my blog and I was a little nervous because I had never reviewed a children’s book before. Now that I have read the book and I’m writing this review, I have no idea what I was nervous about. The author did a brilliant job of making this book easy to read and to enjoy.
Most of the reindeer names should sound familiar given they are named after Santa’s reindeer except for Ronaldo and Ernie.
Ronaldo’s character was really nice and mostly innocent. He has a big heart and loves to help others and I think that’s my favorite thing about him.
Rudolph or Rudi is Ronaldo’s best friend and would do anything to help him.
Ernie is a very young wolf who is lost and can’t her way back to her pack without help. She is silly and trusts Ronaldo whole-heartedly.
This book teaches a great lesson on how to be a good friend when you’re in a bind between being selfish or helping a friend. I think this is a great book for children who are starting to read chapter books.
I was asked to review this book through my blog and I was a little nervous because I had never reviewed a children’s book before. Now that I have read the book and I’m writing this review, I have no idea what I was nervous about. The author did a brilliant job of making this book easy to read and to enjoy.
Most of the reindeer names should sound familiar given they are named after Santa’s reindeer except for Ronaldo and Ernie.
Ronaldo’s character was really nice and mostly innocent. He has a big heart and loves to help others and I think that’s my favorite thing about him.
Rudolph or Rudi is Ronaldo’s best friend and would do anything to help him.
Ernie is a very young wolf who is lost and can’t her way back to her pack without help. She is silly and trusts Ronaldo whole-heartedly.
This book teaches a great lesson on how to be a good friend when you’re in a bind between being selfish or helping a friend. I think this is a great book for children who are starting to read chapter books.
witchykitkat's review
5.0
This book is so freaking cute! Definitely pick up a copy for any kids that you have in your life because it's just delightful. Ronaldo: The Phantom Carrot Snatcher is actually part of a series of children’s books featuring Ronaldo the reindeer and a whole cast of characters that will sound very familiar to a lot of people. There’s Blitzen, Comet, Dasher, Prancer and Rudi! I love the way the author has taken the timeless classic of Rudolph and tweaked it to create this beautiful series that kids will absolutely latch onto. This book specifically is all about bravery, loyalty and sacrifice, which are all admirable qualities to look for in a friend. Ronaldo and Rudi help Ernie even though they’re terrified of wolves. Ernie protects Ronaldo when he’s picked on by others. And Ronaldo risks his best flying time to help Ernie reunite with her family. The story was heartwarming, inspiring and funny!
If you’re looking for a new series for your kids (or kids you know) can really dig into, definitely check this one out! And there are two others in the series, with hopefully many more to come!
If you’re looking for a new series for your kids (or kids you know) can really dig into, definitely check this one out! And there are two others in the series, with hopefully many more to come!
singh_reads_kanwar2's review against another edition
3.0
Story of mystical reindeer's who can flying love to have hot chocolate , marshmallow and carrot and family , our hero Ronaldo is top flying record holder reindeer one day at night he met a wolf cub who got lost and separated from his pack so he and his friend Rudolph came to his rescue and take a mission to unite Ernie the wolf with his family and on is day to become a flying member of squad he choose friendship over career and able to rekindle the wolf with his family and next year in summer apply for flying Squad again and become a new record holder, a children story of message that choose friendship because friendship make life easy and helps to solve the problem easily
duchessofreadin's review against another edition
5.0
My Review of Ronaldo and The Phantom Carrot Snatcher
Ronaldo is working very hard to become one of the best fliers out there, and working hard to break the record. But when carrots start to disappear, he sets out to solve the mystery. What he finds is a lost wolf cub, one of the enemies of the Reindeer. But there is something about this young cub that is different. Ronaldo befriends the young cub, and they work together to find her family, all while he still tries to break the record, and prepare for the big day.
My Thoughts
This was a super cute read, and very enjoyable! I really enjoyed reading it! This is perfect for kids, especially as it deals with friendship, and making friends with those that are not the same as you! I look forward to letting my children read this, and I know they are going to enjoy it as much as I have.
Ronaldo is working very hard to become one of the best fliers out there, and working hard to break the record. But when carrots start to disappear, he sets out to solve the mystery. What he finds is a lost wolf cub, one of the enemies of the Reindeer. But there is something about this young cub that is different. Ronaldo befriends the young cub, and they work together to find her family, all while he still tries to break the record, and prepare for the big day.
My Thoughts
This was a super cute read, and very enjoyable! I really enjoyed reading it! This is perfect for kids, especially as it deals with friendship, and making friends with those that are not the same as you! I look forward to letting my children read this, and I know they are going to enjoy it as much as I have.
kikiandarrowsfishshelf's review
4.0
This installment finds everyone’s favorite sport star named reindeer struggling to win a race as well as to help his new friend Ernie, who isn’t a reindeer. There are some comma issues, but the story is sound and entertaining. Importance is giving not only to friendship but also the ability to think. Illustrations match the story quite well.
thereadingchemist's review
5.0
This was one of those books that I needed to read at the right time. I was having a crap day, and this book was so incredibly heartwarming and fun to read.
Ronny and Rudi are both reindeers that are pupils at The Reindeer Flying Academy. Ronny is the fastest reindeer of his class, and he’s so close to clenching the golden snowflake trophy. After every flying test, Ronny and Rudi treat themselves to glasses of piping hot chocolate and fresh carrot sticks. The only problem? Ronny’s carrot sticks keep disappearing.
Ronny discovers that his carrot sticks are being consumed a lost wolf pup named Ernie. It’s so heartbreaking to hear that Ernie has been separated from her pack. Even though Ronny and all reindeers are frightened of wolves (because they gobble up reindeer) he feels terrible for attempting abandon Ernie. He decides to team up with his best friend Rudi to reunite Ernie with her pack.
I absolutely loved watching the new friendship that developed between Ernie and the boys. The boys were clearly afraid of Ernie because of what they had heard about her kind, but they gave her a chance anyways and refused to leave her behind. There’s also a really wonderful scene where Ernie is able to repay their kindness by defending the boys against a bully and reinforcing that friends stick together no matter what.
The author did an incredible job with the illustrations. The cover is stunning and immediately makes me nostalgic for sledding with hot chocolate afterwards. There are also illustrations sprinkled throughout the book, and each one of them is really well done. Such amazing talent.
Overall, this is an incredible book for children and the perfect gift for the holiday season. I think kids would really love the friendships, adventure, the magical flying, and of course, all of the hot chocolate.
Thank you to the author for providing this book for an honest review. This did not influence my review. All opinions are my own.
Ronny and Rudi are both reindeers that are pupils at The Reindeer Flying Academy. Ronny is the fastest reindeer of his class, and he’s so close to clenching the golden snowflake trophy. After every flying test, Ronny and Rudi treat themselves to glasses of piping hot chocolate and fresh carrot sticks. The only problem? Ronny’s carrot sticks keep disappearing.
Ronny discovers that his carrot sticks are being consumed a lost wolf pup named Ernie. It’s so heartbreaking to hear that Ernie has been separated from her pack. Even though Ronny and all reindeers are frightened of wolves (because they gobble up reindeer) he feels terrible for attempting abandon Ernie. He decides to team up with his best friend Rudi to reunite Ernie with her pack.
I absolutely loved watching the new friendship that developed between Ernie and the boys. The boys were clearly afraid of Ernie because of what they had heard about her kind, but they gave her a chance anyways and refused to leave her behind. There’s also a really wonderful scene where Ernie is able to repay their kindness by defending the boys against a bully and reinforcing that friends stick together no matter what.
The author did an incredible job with the illustrations. The cover is stunning and immediately makes me nostalgic for sledding with hot chocolate afterwards. There are also illustrations sprinkled throughout the book, and each one of them is really well done. Such amazing talent.
Overall, this is an incredible book for children and the perfect gift for the holiday season. I think kids would really love the friendships, adventure, the magical flying, and of course, all of the hot chocolate.
Thank you to the author for providing this book for an honest review. This did not influence my review. All opinions are my own.
mistysbookspace's review
5.0
Thank you to the author for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I actually almost turned down reading this book when I realized it was the second book in a series but I asked the author about it and she said it could be read as a standalone and that the first book was basically just an introduction to Ronaldo and his friends. All of that to say that I don't feel like I missed anything by not reading the first book.
I am not the target demographic for this book but I really enjoyed it. I thought it was adorable and I love how it mildly touches on bullying and implies that it's not ok to bully. A lot of books will have bullying in them and there won't be an repercussions so I loved that it's made perfectly clear that it's not ok.
This includes pictures which I thought were so cute. This was a really quick read. I found myself flying through it and finishing it in one sitting. I highly recommend this for kids and adults.