The Adventures of Honey

Hold onto your hats, kiddos, because The Adventures of Honey: The Bacon Betrayer is a rollercoaster ride of fun and excitement! From the moment I cracked open this book, I was whisked away into a world where dogs are detectives and bacon is serious business. Honey, the plucky protagonist, had me rooting for him every step of the way as he faced off against his arch-nemesis and braved the dangers of Chip Valley. With its action-packed plot and lovable characters, this book is a must-read for any young adventurer looking for a wild ride. So grab a copy, strap in, and get ready for a paw-some adventure with Honey and his detective dog pals!

The Adventures of Honey: The Bacon Betrayer is the first in a series of dog detective chapter books written by a 12-year-old boy. The book is intended for young children and contains illustrations by the author. The book formatting was terrible on my basic Kindle but was perfect on my cellphone. I recommend reading the story on a tablet device so the illustrations sync with the story.

Honey is a dog detective, who has been waiting impatiently for two years to be assigned a real investigation. When Mrs. Howl finally calls, she sends him on a risky mission to track down a bacon thief at a factory. Honey is thrilled to be paired with his best friend, Rocky, also a novice investigator. He is devastated when he learns that his nemesis, an experienced dog detective, is in charge.

The threesome face obstacles as they try to solve the case. First they encounter a gang of alley cats and crash their motorbikes, so they have to find a new way to travel to the factory. Then they nearly freeze to death and travel to the place that Honey is frightened of the most. The reader hopes that Honey can solve the case that determines his future as a dog detective.

The Adventures of Honey: The Bacon Betrayer is a short picture book broken into six chapters, intended for young readers. It’s a perfect story to read to young children before bedtime, doing a chapter per night. While some of the phrasing of the text is awkward, the story will make sense to young readers. The author’s illustrations really add to the charm. The author gives a hint of his next story in the last paragraph.

I received an Advance Review Copy (ARC) of the book from the author and NetGalley for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

The Adventures of Honey: The Bacon Betrayer is an enjoyable children's book that captured my imagination from the very first page. Following Honey, the aspiring detective dog, on his quest to solve the mysterious bacon theft was a thrilling ride filled with laughter and suspense. From dodging grumpy cats to facing his fears in Chip Valley, Honey's journey kept me hooked until the very end. What I loved most about this book was its message about courage, friendship, and never giving up on your dreams. It's a story that both children and adults alike will enjoy, and I can't wait to see what adventures await Honey in the next installment!