June 25, 2022 
Reviewed by:
Ceil Carey, retired public librarian and long time book discussion leader
Title:
The glitter effect
Author:
Timothy Lewis
Publisher:
Elk Lake Publishing Company
https://elklakepublishinginc.com/
Date:
2021
Format:
Paperback
Length:
106 pages
Overview:
This is a fast paced mystery about a bike stealing ring that middle schoolers will definitely enjoy. Hal and his best friend Jerry (a boy who loves to eat!) spend a week with Hal’s brother Rick, the newspaper editor of Southern State University. These kids love skateboarding around campus and while they are there, dozens of bicycles disappear. They determine to solve this mystery despite the danger involved.
Rating:
3 out of 5
Suggested audience:
Middle school students, especially boys
Christian impact:
Our main character, a sixth grade student, is open about his faith and trusting God.
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Thank you for your excellent review! I had fun writing The Glitter Effect.
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