"Precious’ keen sense of right and wrong will inspire readers; her powers of observation may inspire budding detectives. . . . The straightforward plot, easy vocabulary and compelling setting make this a perfect step up from early chapter books. That McCall Smith brings a great sense of fun to his prose heightens the appeal."
     --Kirkus Reviews

Praise for The Great Cake Mystery:
 
“Kids will love this kind and clever new detective.”
     —Patricia Reilly Giff, Newbery Honor–winning author of Lily’s Crossing
 
“A detective is born! What a delightful, breezy read!”
     —Mary Pope Osborne, bestselling author of The Magic Tree House series
 
“A sweet detective story, this book will introduce readers to a part of the world they might know little about.”­
     —The Washington Post
 
“Good for kids who like mysteries and stories about other cultures and friendship all packed into one.”
     —TIME for Kids magazine