Review of Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula

[Obinna Chima Agoms]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula" by R.F. Kristi.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula is the eighth installation in the Inca Cat Detective series. R.F. Kristi once again gives life to our resident Siberian cat detective in a brand new adventure.

When Mom (Inca's owner) got selected to judge a cooking competition in South Korea, she also planned to introduce her new cheese to the world. What mishaps would await her plan? What new experiences would the animal detectives' thirst for adventures bring?

I was first drawn in by the book cover. The color scheme looked chaotic to the eyes and was in poor taste. However, the illustrations made up for it. They were simple and appealing to behold. They were cute visual aids enriching the imagination as the author told the story.

The perspective used was from a cat's, and it was pretty immersive and had a sense of relatability, especially for pet lovers and owners. We saw how vain cats could be, the protective fierceness of dogs, and how pets interacted with humans. Watching the camaraderie of Inca and her cohorts showed how long they had been together. Typically a certain amount of time would be required for cats and dogs to co-exist. This relationship was developed from previous adventures.

Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula had a fairytale feel. There was comfort in the predictability. It was more about the journey than the destination and would interest children who love pets.

It will be informative for children about the situation of the Korean division. The divide has torn up families due to the laws and restrictions imposed, which are still in full force today. Creating awareness is the author's trademark as she tells the story. Who knows where the next adventure of Inca will take us.

The book was short and straightforward. The author kept it in simple English and made no errors for easy understanding. I'd rate it 4 out of 4 stars. I would recommend it to children of reading age. Parents could also use this book, and others in the series, for bedtime stories.

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Cat Detectives in the Korean Peninsula
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