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This book is a great way to get actual fact into our kids without boring them. I found it entertaining and fun.

This was a really cute graphic novel. I really enjoyed that the main character continuously breaks the fourth wall by talking to the audience. I think what makes this graphic novel so successful in my opinion is that it both feels like a nonfiction and fiction graphic novel. The way that Sherlock Bones talks to the reader reminds me a lot of "Human Body Theater" which I think is an excellent narrative choice. The mystery element is hard enough to keep kids interested but too difficult to make them frustrated. I also really enjoyed the companions and how they interact in the story.

Sherlock Bones has the delightful feel of fellow Australian series The Bad Guys, in the best way possible. Kids are going to eat this series up!

A fun graphic novel for younger readers with silly jokes to make the kids and parents laugh. It's simple enough for younger readers but still fun and engaging

This was funny and I can see this being a favorite of my library's younger patrons. I hope the print copy is in color because I think that is necessary since the whole mystery is about blue things.

Fun graphic novel that is a cross between Sherlock Holmes, Mo Willems' Pigeon, and Calvin & Hobbes. Kids will be a little disappointed that the illustrations are not in color, but otherwise this quick read set in a museum will both entertain and educate.

This will be a fantastic new graphic novel series for kids! Sherlock Bones is a tawny frogmouth, but instead of being alive he is all bones. His sidekick is Watts who is a blue Indian ringneck parrot (a taxidermy). Each book will feature a mystery case at large, in this first book it is the case of the missing Blue Diamond in the Natural History Museum. Since Bones has to be undercover with Watts, he has to dip and dodge the security guard. Bones presumes she is the one who stole the diamond, BUT then comes along Grace. Grace is a raccoon who loves nothing more than getting her paws on something tasty. As the investigation goes on we learn that Watts cannot speak but Bones is able to talk to him and understand him. Bones goes back and forth with whom he believes is the culprit!

There is humorous commentary throughout the story that will definitely make kids laugh. Since this is a graphic novel format, the reader will want to keep an eye on each page as he/she will learn some interesting facts and see some clues during the investigation. I mean this series will be a hit, especially with those who love graphic novels, plus a fun mystery. I can't wait to read about the next mystery!

I love the premise of this book, and I love the gorgeous art the cover promises. Unfortunately, I don't love the execution. I also don't love that the book is black and white despite revolving around a color for the mystery.

I think kids will enjoy Sherlock Bones and Watts. There are a lot of great facts about animals hidden in the graphics, and some of the slapstick is fun. It's just not for me.

Have you ever wondered what happens in a museum after you leave? The bones start to move and talk and solve crimes! This hilariously silly book will be enjoyed over and over by excited readers who also loved The Bad Guys or are moving up from Elephant and Piggie books. I love the illustrations, very well done and large for side chats about what they can see when visiting a museum. It felt like revisiting some of my favorites natural history museums with all the elements from dinosaurs to butterflies. Adults will enjoy the tongue in cheek silliness. Kiddos will love that it feels like a comfort read. This series will fly off the shelf with the early elementary set.

I do agree with the Kirkus review about it being in black and white, when color would have been a wonderful choice seeing as the mystery revolves around the color blue. (But remember the first copies of Cap't Underpants where also black and white and then released in full color, so maybe there's hope?) Since I read the copy online, I am not sure if the paper will be like a Bad Guys novel or glossy like a traditional graphic novel. Based on price point from Barnes & Noble, I will guess paper.

Introducing mystery and graphic novel genre in one book that's easily digestible makes this a winner! Recommended for all libraries and homes.