Review of Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula
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Review of Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula
[Following is a volunteer review of "Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula" by R.F. Kristi.]
Inca the feisty Siberian cat is a surefooted, confident, intelligent, and fearless leader of the pet detective company Inca and Company. Although smaller in stature than the average Siberian cat, Inca does not let that deter her. Along with Inca are the other members of the pet company - Cara the beautiful Siamese cat, Fromage the cheese-loving Tabby cat, Monk the brainy Blue Russian Siberian cat, Charlotte the intelligent hamster, Terrance the detective dog, and Polo the energetic Pekinese pup. The eclectic group of pet friends is off on yet another adventure – this time to South Korea! As the company gathers to discuss their next adventure, Inca’s human mom Missy is applauded for the outstanding new cheese she has created. She is invited to be a judge in a competition organized by “Le Cordon Bleu” in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Chefs from either side of the Peninsula compete in the competition as an initiative to bring peace between North and South Korea. They will also host a special event just for her newly created “La Crème de la Crème” cheese. Missy and world-famous detective Solo decide to go together, along with all the pets. This is the perfect opportunity for Inca and Company to do some detective work. However, Korea is not without its trials, and they will all witness the struggles when they visit the Korean Demilitarized Zone that divides North and South Korea.
There are mysteries to solve on their adventure. What does the sneaky Chef Enzo want with Missy’s cheese? Can their new tour guide and translator Ye-Jun find his way back to his sister in the North with the help of his new friends? Can the pet detective company help in such a dangerous mission?
This book is a sheer delight. Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula by R.F. Kristi is a unique and charming story that I thoroughly enjoyed. It is one in a series about Inca the Siberian cat and her friends that join in adventures across the globe. It is a unique endeavor to educate young readers about Korea and its political difficulties as a nation. The reader also learns about the landscape, the different animals that live there, the structure of the country divided by the Korean Demilitarized Zone, and the efforts to bring peace. This book educates the reader in a way that is gentle but informative, while still telling an enchanting story about the unusual adventures and personalities of the different members of the pet agency.
I enjoyed the short paragraphs that make it an easy read. This would help the reader not get lost in following the story, as it is unusual to expose young readers to politics and the problems Korea faces. I enjoyed how the characters were described, from the sneaky Enzo to the humble and gentle tour guide Ye-Jun. The illustrations also add a lovely visual addition to the story.
There was nothing I did not like about this book. Although I could see how the topic of politics might not be to everyone’s taste, I thought it was an intelligent but thoughtful introduction to how different countries live and struggle. It might spark a conversation about the history of Korea and how it became the way it is today, providing a platform for open conversations and learning.
I believe this book has been exceptionally well edited as I found no errors. I would recommend it to young readers who enjoy imaginative stories that provide a platform for learning as well. Since there is nothing I did not enjoy about this book, I applaud the author and give it five out of five stars.
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Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula
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Inca the feisty Siberian cat is a surefooted, confident, intelligent, and fearless leader of the pet detective company Inca and Company. Although smaller in stature than the average Siberian cat, Inca does not let that deter her. Along with Inca are the other members of the pet company - Cara the beautiful Siamese cat, Fromage the cheese-loving Tabby cat, Monk the brainy Blue Russian Siberian cat, Charlotte the intelligent hamster, Terrance the detective dog, and Polo the energetic Pekinese pup. The eclectic group of pet friends is off on yet another adventure – this time to South Korea! As the company gathers to discuss their next adventure, Inca’s human mom Missy is applauded for the outstanding new cheese she has created. She is invited to be a judge in a competition organized by “Le Cordon Bleu” in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Chefs from either side of the Peninsula compete in the competition as an initiative to bring peace between North and South Korea. They will also host a special event just for her newly created “La Crème de la Crème” cheese. Missy and world-famous detective Solo decide to go together, along with all the pets. This is the perfect opportunity for Inca and Company to do some detective work. However, Korea is not without its trials, and they will all witness the struggles when they visit the Korean Demilitarized Zone that divides North and South Korea.
There are mysteries to solve on their adventure. What does the sneaky Chef Enzo want with Missy’s cheese? Can their new tour guide and translator Ye-Jun find his way back to his sister in the North with the help of his new friends? Can the pet detective company help in such a dangerous mission?
This book is a sheer delight. Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula by R.F. Kristi is a unique and charming story that I thoroughly enjoyed. It is one in a series about Inca the Siberian cat and her friends that join in adventures across the globe. It is a unique endeavor to educate young readers about Korea and its political difficulties as a nation. The reader also learns about the landscape, the different animals that live there, the structure of the country divided by the Korean Demilitarized Zone, and the efforts to bring peace. This book educates the reader in a way that is gentle but informative, while still telling an enchanting story about the unusual adventures and personalities of the different members of the pet agency.
I enjoyed the short paragraphs that make it an easy read. This would help the reader not get lost in following the story, as it is unusual to expose young readers to politics and the problems Korea faces. I enjoyed how the characters were described, from the sneaky Enzo to the humble and gentle tour guide Ye-Jun. The illustrations also add a lovely visual addition to the story.
There was nothing I did not like about this book. Although I could see how the topic of politics might not be to everyone’s taste, I thought it was an intelligent but thoughtful introduction to how different countries live and struggle. It might spark a conversation about the history of Korea and how it became the way it is today, providing a platform for open conversations and learning.
I believe this book has been exceptionally well edited as I found no errors. I would recommend it to young readers who enjoy imaginative stories that provide a platform for learning as well. Since there is nothing I did not enjoy about this book, I applaud the author and give it five out of five stars.
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Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula
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