Official Review: Sid and Portia: Winning Together

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Re: Official Review: Sid and Portia: Winning Together

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FEislandqueen13 wrote: 07 Jan 2020, 21:31 So ... this book should have been a hit but it missed the mark. Very disappointing. :|
I agree. Thanks for commenting!
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Letora wrote: 08 Jan 2020, 05:54 This isn't a book I would read to my child. I doubt it would be able to hold their attention for long, even with the games. Great review!
I understand. I think it could be a good one, though, with some work. Thanks!
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HopeW wrote: 08 Jan 2020, 13:40
shannonkate8 wrote: 06 Jan 2020, 13:38 As someone in the Criminal Justice field, I find it sad that an opportunity was missed to show how citizens and law enforcement can work together and get along. I hope the author and others will rethink this scenario for the future!
I couldn't believe that scenario ended the way it did in a children's book! Not only is that a ridiculous outcome but a very unsafe one! I understand the idea behind the moral of trying to get along with everyone but even suggesting that to a robber could get you injured. Depending on the age range I would rather my child not read about a robbery; however, if it was a subject in an older child's story getting help from law enforcement is definitely the way to go! Based off the review this is the biggest issue I would have getting this book for a child.

This was a great review and for now I will pass on this book. Although, tt sounds like it could be much better so if improved I would give it a chance.
I know! I thought that was so misleading for a child. Next thing you know they're getting kidnapped because they try to "talk it out." Thanks for your thoughtful comment!
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Miller56 wrote: 08 Jan 2020, 20:09 Thanks for the review. This book sounds like it has potential and a lot of opportunities to provide great guidance. Unfortunately, it sounds like the book didn't really get the messages that may have been intended across. Sorry you didn't enjoy it. I think I will pass on this one.
I don't blame you. I like the idea, but it definitely needs work. Thanks!
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It's so unfortunate that this book didn't meet expectations. However, I agree that the idea of games to get the children involved is a wonderful idea. Thank you for the review!
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Rayasaurus wrote: 08 Jan 2020, 21:19 It's so unfortunate that this book didn't meet expectations. However, I agree that the idea of games to get the children involved is a wonderful idea. Thank you for the review!
I do hope the author makes some revisions. Thanks for commenting.
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It's always disappointing to review a poorly executed book, and I really dislike the type of errors you described in a children's book. Thanks for your honest review.
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Cecilia_L wrote: 09 Jan 2020, 18:21 It's always disappointing to review a poorly executed book, and I really dislike the type of errors you described in a children's book. Thanks for your honest review.
I agree. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
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Sounds like this book certainly has a lot of room for improvement. Thanks for the great review though!
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The fact that the plot lacks coherence is a turn-off. Won't read it either.
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rumik wrote: 10 Jan 2020, 21:50 Sounds like this book certainly has a lot of room for improvement. Thanks for the great review though!
It does. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
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Kanda_theGreat wrote: 11 Jan 2020, 07:31 The fact that the plot lacks coherence is a turn-off. Won't read it either.
Thank you for the review
I don't blame you. I'm sure you'll find something enjoyable. Thanks.
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It seems like a well thought out book meant as a comic but the lack of flow would not augur well with me too. Thanks for the great review.
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Wyland wrote: 12 Jan 2020, 14:14 It seems like a well thought out book meant as a comic but the lack of flow would not augur well with me too. Thanks for the great review.
That's it. That's what it's supposed to be. Thanks for commenting.
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Thanks for another insightful review. I'm happy to see you gave constructive criticism. One of my pet peeves is seeing grammatical or spelling errors in children's books, since children learn by example. You made a great point that if an adult can't easily follow the story, a child would definitely have trouble following it.
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