Super Star Children's Book Reviews: Enly and the Buskin' Blues

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ENLY AND THE BUSKIN' BLUES
Written by Jennie Liu
Middle Grade Chapter Book (ages 10-12) • 208 pages
Published by Lerner Publishing Group • February 2023
ISBN 978-1-728-42456-9

Enly and the Buskin’ Blues is a fast-paced, lively middle grade novel! The story centers around Enly’s quest to earn enough money to attend the Band and Jam summer music camp, and the varied obstacles—both challenging and comical—that stand in his way.

Enly is bright, energetic and relatable as he balances family, friendship and music. His world is a colorful, busy neighborhood, dynamic with characters from a wide range of socio-economic groups all living side-by-side.

Altogether, Enly and the Buskin’ Blues is a full, rich read that is sure to delight young readers!

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Reviewed by: Jane Smith