Pure Dead Batty [Hardcover]

Debi Gliori (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: Pure Dead

Autumn has come to StregaSchloss, and as the days grow dark, an even darker depression has come over the Strega-Borgia family. Ever since the disappearance of their beloved nanny, Mrs. McLachlan, nothing has been the same. To make matters worse, Luciano has been wrongfully charged with her murder and thrown into prison. Never has the family needed Mrs. McLachlan so badly! But with the help of a magical camera and a mysterious silver thread, there may still be hope. . . .

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-7–In this latest installment in the series, the madness and the antics are as crazed as ever. This time the Strega-Borgia children's father has been framed for murder by his evil half brother, Lucifer Di S'Embowelli Borgia. The family is trying to find a way to prove his innocence all the while coping with the loss of their beloved nanny. The story is definitely difficult to follow for those who haven't read the previous volumes, but for fans of the series, there are many resolutions and answers to cliff-hangers left from the earlier books. This series is perfect for fantasy readers who want humor with their magic. Adults will be reminded of the Addams family with the collection of strange animals and the Strega-Borgias' blithe acceptance of the strange, but therein lies the secret of its success.–Saleena L. Davidson, South Brunswick Public Library, Monmouth Junction, NJ
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From Booklist

Gr. 4-7. The Strega-Borgia family is in turmoil once more. The nanny has disappeared, little Pandora cries herself to sleep, and suspicion has fallen on Titus, Pandora, and Damp's father, Don Luciano. So begins the fifth madcap addition to the Pure Dead series, complete with devoted servants, magical beasts, the evil Don Lucifer, Luciano's half brother, and lots and lots of adventures. With its tangled plotlines, the series has been compared to the Lemony Snicket books; it does have the same often-manic feel, but with an infusion of Scottish phrases. Ilene Cooper
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers (August 8, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0375833161
• ISBN-13: 978-0375833168
• Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 1 x 8.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,486,599 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fans will find it easy to absorb the ongoing story of an unusual family., November 5, 2006

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This review is from: Pure Dead Batty (Hardcover)

Debi Gliori's PURE DEAD BATTY presents another Borgia family adventure: autumn has come and the family's depressed since their nanny disappeared, taking with her many talents. And the house's father has even been accused of her murder. Soon depression gives way to magical hope as signs of clues emerge within the house and family. Borgia prior fans will find it easy to absorb the ongoing story of an unusual family.