Monday, July 28, 2008

The Gollywhopper Games

The Gollywhopper Games
by
Jody Feldman
If you want fun and lighthearted adventure, please choose this book to read!  It is a cross between  Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Chasing Vermeer. Gil, the hero of our story, wants to win the Gollywhopper Games held by the Golly Toy Company. He wants to win enough money for his family to move out of town because the last year of his life has been miserable.  He father was falsely accused for stealing money for the Golly Toy Company, thus hurting the character of him and his family.
This story is full of puzzles, contests, teamwork, and friendship! Will Gil get what he wants?  You must read it to find out!