Dead Frog on the Porch by Jan Markley

Reviewer-Tia
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Rated 5 out of 5 Donuts


From Good Reads

Kids can change the world - even if it is one frog at a time. Sisters Cyd and Jane are propelled into an international plot involving evil scientists and giant, genetically stretched frogs. Will the twins win this hilarious race to save the frog kingdom? Written with charm and wit that will appeal to both young and old, Dead Frog on the Porch is a well-crafted mystery story that shares an important environmental message. Special Features This book includes a Book Club discussion guide. Praise for Dead Frog on the Porch "Shady scientists, fraudulent frogs, and two terrific twins add up to a delightful mystery. Cynthia and Jane are fearless in their quest to end `crimes against amphibians.' This story is full of outsized characters, outrageous creatures and a sweet goofy humor that propels each page. Tons of fun!" -Teresa Toten, Governor General Awards nominee 2001; Governor General Awards finalist 2006 "Readers who enjoy a good laugh and a good mystery will devour this uproarious, fast-paced story in which the feisty twin sisters Cyd and Jane take a megabyte out of crime! It is Nancy Drew for the iPod generation! Markley's debut novel, filled with suspense and zany humour and told with pizzazz, ushers in a new voice in the mystery genre. A sure winner!" -Shenaaz Nanji, Governor General Award Finalist 2008

The review-
  
Here is the first line! If I'd known killing my sister's frong would lead to such a train of events, I would have been more careful.

I like mysteries so I kept reading this until the end. It was so hilarious! Plus, it's a REAL page turner. My favorite part was when Jane and Cyd began on the real mystery.