"An attention-grabbing, fun story that all ages will appreciate"

D. Donovan, a senior reviewer with Midwest Book Review, checks in with her review:

Any child who has ever wondered why there are ornaments on a Christmas tree, along with parents seeking refreshingly original read-aloud holiday stories, will find this whimsical tale of "hooked helpers" who hang out disguised as ornaments by day, only to spring off their branches as holiday helpers by night, makes for an entertaining, fun read.

Who, after all, fixes the tree lights, or makes sure the tree stand is stable? Who activates the tree's secret star topper to guide Santa to the right house? Some may say it's Dad; but in this case, it's helpful ornaments. So what happens when things go awry one Christmas, and the beacon vanishes - does that mean Christmas can't come?

Off the Hook is a holiday adventure tale that will delight picture book readers and their read-aloud parental helpers for two reasons: its color drawings are exquisitely detailed and well-done, and its story line is far different than the usual holiday giving approach to Christmas.

As the adventure unfolds, kids learn that the ornament brigade is actually replete with renegades in the form of homemade ornaments determined to make their presence known, instigating a struggle for control of the tree and a snowy expedition made on toy shovels.

The delight of Off the Hook lies in its creative approaches in a plot that is refreshingly unpredictable. The result is an attention-grabbing, fun story that all ages will appreciate as a delectably original, creative new Christmas tale.

Due to the fact it's almost Christmas, I have requested for this review to be featured in their online and print issue next September!

A special thanks to D. Donovan for her fantastic review!

John