This is a lovely and engaging book of historical fiction that's been set in Colorado Springs. Meet a very spunky Ruby with her two pet donkeys: Maude and her foal Willy. Ruby also has a cat with an interesting name. Ruby bumps into Roy, a friend from 'away'. They have some common interests and become partners in a business. Then uh-oh, they become entangled with a mysterious "Aunt Agnes" and an escapade that was a little more than they'd bargained for.
Pre- and young teens are the most likely to love the suspense and action of the duo's secretive sleuthing. Ruby and Maude may not be strangers to some readers, especially when they lived in Criple Creek with her Pa as seen in previous books in the series. Visit them again in their new home base and find out what in the world bats, bandits and buggies have to do with the book's story.
I love that there is no foul language nor immoral content. There are also subtle lessons in good morals such as, telling the truth, and so on. I was well satisfied with this story and would feel very at ease allowing my child or grandchild (if I had any), to get lost in the narrative. This book gets a 5-Star standing ovation from me!
~Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger~
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the review copy sent by Netgalley and the publisher.
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