(2) 4-6 Lonely Francis meets Jessica; he's the first person who's been able to see or hear her since she died a year earlier. Soon they are joined by tough newcomer Andi and withdrawn, overweight Roland. Without shying away from the bullying and despair that affect his young characters, Norriss balances moments of sadness and pathos with others of joy and humor.

Reviewer: Monica Edinger | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2015

(2) 1-3 Illustrated by Hannah Shaw. In these seven connected short stories, ordinary kid Archie always seems to be in the middle of crazy events, but his mother, unaware of the exciting happenings, is only exasperated that he has failed to complete his errands. Accompanied by humorous illustrations, this British import is easy enough for young chapter-book readers but complicated enough to tickle those who love mystery.

Reviewer: Robin L. Smith | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 2012