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Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics
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Book Brief
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016288
Novel • Fiction
Ohio • Contemporary
2016
Middle grade
8-12 years
780L
Super Short Summary
In Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics, individuals from across the U.S. participate in a library competition created by Mr. Lemoncello. Contestants face challenges testing their literary knowledge, puzzle-solving skills, and teamwork, all set within an imaginative, book-inspired setting. Participants learn valuable lessons as they navigate the games and discover the power of books and libraries.
Playful
Adventurous
Exciting
Humorous
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris Grabenstein captivates with its clever puzzles and engaging storyline, appealing to young readers' love for adventure and literacy. While some critics find the pace occasionally lagging, the book's humor and charm largely outweigh this. It's a delightful sequel that celebrates the joy of reading.
Who Should Read Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics?
Readers who enjoy Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris Grabenstein are typically young, adventurous, and love puzzles and games. Fans of Roald Dahl's humor and creativity in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or Lemony Snicket's mysterious style in A Series of Unfortunate Events will likely appreciate this book.
16,297 ratings
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Luigi Lemoncello
Luigi Lemoncello
The eccentric billionaire and game inventor who creates the Library Olympics, showcasing his love of games and libraries.
Charles Chiltington
Charles Chiltington
A privileged middle-schooler in Alexandriaville who acts as an antagonist in the story, trying to manipulate situations to his advantage.
Akimi Hughes
Akimi Hughes
One of Kyle's close friends, known for her cleverness and skills in scientific and engineering tasks, who competes alongside him in the Library Olympics.
Miguel Fernandez
Miguel Fernandez
Kyle's friend and a fellow competitor, who loves libraries and is knowledgeable about their organization and functions as the group's moral compass.
Sierra Russell
Sierra Russell
A book-loving friend of Kyle, who brings ethical guidance to her team and believes in fair competition during the Library Olympics.
Andrew Peckleman
Andrew Peckleman
An eighth grader who works part-time at a hotel and has a complicated history with the Lemoncello competitions, ultimately seeking redemption.
Yanina Zinchenko
Yanina Zinchenko
The world-famous librarian managing the Lemoncello Library, known for her organizational skills and bright red attire.
Susana Willoughby Chiltington
Susana Willoughby Chiltington
Charles Chiltington's mother, who is part of an antagonistic group opposed to Lemoncello's library, motivated by maintaining family reputation.
Marjory Muldauer
Marjory Muldauer
A serious competitor from Michigan, devoted to libraries and studying, who challenges Kyle in the Library Olympics with a focus on winning.
Woodrow "Woody" Peckleman (Donald Thorne)
Woodrow "Woody" Peckleman (Donald Thorne)
An actor who takes on the role of aiding Lemoncello's schemes and following an amusing bird-themed persona during the story.
288
Novel • Fiction
Ohio • Contemporary
2016
Middle grade
8-12 years
780L
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