(3) 4-6 CrimeBiters! series. Illustrated by Adam Stower. In book three, the CrimeBiters, including narrator Jimmy and his "superhero" dog Abby, face their toughest challenge yet when new kitten Purrkins joins their ranks. The gang must stop their cat-and-dog fighting to together identify a school-exam thief and save their local animal shelter from closing. Brief chapters filled with humorous observations, buoyant dialogue, and black-and-white illustrations will appeal to young middle graders.

Reviewer: Grace Enriquez

(3) 4-6 CrimeBiters! series. Illustrated by Adam Stower. Jimmy's crime-fighting vampire dog, Abby (My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog), is sent to obedience class. Meanwhile, Jimmy has joined the lacrosse team, which is straining his friendships in the CrimeBiters club. When frequent injuries mysteriously start plaguing the lacrosse team, Abby returns to her former ways to investigate. A solid mix of mystery, humor, and hijinks, with appealing cartoonlike illustrations.

Reviewer: Grace Enriquez