Lesley Stahl, the CBS reporter, recommended The Frandidate by Jim Benton in the Wall Street Journal. Stahl says she reads the Frannie K. Stein books to her grandchildren and they love the wacky humor. Frannie K. Stein is a genius kid. In The Frandidate, Frannie is running for class president. But, in typical Frannie fashion, she invents a “skin” that she wears that can determine what her classmates want. And, of course, Frannie can then “promise” them whatever they want in return for their vote. Clever critique of the political process! The drawings are a little crude, but the story resonates. GRADE: B
Will have to ask Kevin if he knows it.
Patti, Lesley Stahl wrote that her grandchildren love the Frannie K. Stein series. I don’t know many kid series where the girl is the genius.
It’s a little young to interest me,
Jeff, I read THE FRANDIDATE because I was curious. Kids would enjoy the series. Adults would prefer something a little more sophisticated.
Obviously, this is one of those “fat books” you mention frequently. That’s my weak effort at humor, of which I have little these days. A very timely pick, George.
Rick, hope your sense of humor returns with your good health. Surgery always demands a period of recovery that can be painful and stressful.
At least I can walk out and enjoy the garden! (see today’s post)