Review by Booklist Review
Dev and his cat, Tuna, live in Kathmandu with his parents and grandma. It's the beginning of summer, and he can't wait to spend a month away from school eating sweet mangoes, enjoying sleepovers with his cousins, and playing games of cricket with his friends. However, when he spots a yeti roaming the streets, things take a turn for the worse. The yeti makes an uninvited visit to Dev's house, where it creates a complete mess, leaving Dev to blame. When Dev tries to explain to his parents and grandma that the yeti made the mess, they don't believe him. If he doesn't get it together, he'll be spending his summer with strict Ranu Aunty, away from everything he was looking forward to. Can Dev track down and capture the yeti in order to prove his innocence? Or will his summer be completely ruined? Pradhan and Shrestha's beautiful picture-book-like comic pulses with warm illustrations of softly rounded characters in a saturated palette. Dev's frustration with being blamed for the yeti's messes will surely resonate with elementary-school readers.
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Review by School Library Journal Review
Gr 2--4--Dev lives in Kathmandu and especially loves summers there. School is out, giant watermelons and mangoes are in season, and he can enjoy chilled lassis (sweet yogurt shakes) under the sun. Dev has a big imagination and sometimes gets into trouble, so when he spots a real yeti, no one believes him. As the yeti causes chaos in his house, his family assumes that Dev is to blame. Determined to prove he's telling the truth, Dev traps the yeti, only to discover that it just wants to go home. Together, they hatch a plan to get the yeti on a plane and back where it belongs--at least until next time. This early graphic novel features colorful illustrations, large panels, descriptive text, and engaging speech bubbles. Several Nepali words are incorporated throughout the story, with helpful footnotes providing pronunciation and definitions for readers unfamiliar with the language. While the fast-paced plot packs in plenty of twists, it can feel a bit rushed at times. However, the creative premise and expressive artwork make for an entertaining read. VERDICT A fun, mischievous graphic novel that will appeal to young readers. A solid decent purchase for larger collections.
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