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  • Gabby Duran and the Unsittables by Elise Allen
  • April Spisak
Allen, Elise Gabby Duran and the Unsittables; by Elise Allen and Daryle Connors. Disney Hyperion, 2015 192p
Trade ed. ISBN 978-1-4847-0935-1 $16.99
E-book ed. ISBN 978-1-4847-1942-8 $9.99 R Gr. 3-5

Any parent would want a sitter like Gabby: she’s responsible, energetic, and not afraid of any kid, even alien ones. That’s good, because it turns out there are aliens in disguise all over the place, and a fabulous babysitter is exactly what their parents have been pining for as they adjust to life on Earth. Of course, there are bad guys who want to either exploit the aliens for profit or send them back whence they came, but there are also devoted individuals who help them acclimate and blend in. Gabby is one of the latter, assisting with that acclimatization and giving quick cultural instruction as she goofs off with and protects the extraterrestrial kiddos. The tone is snappy and bright, reassuring readers that even when things seem perilous, all will end well. Gabby herself is a bit too perfect to allow for deep connection, but luckily she is surrounded by memorable characters: a smart, distant sister who deserves a book of her own, a mysterious and slightly ominous woman who arranges Gabby’s gigs, and the adorable, creatively described alien kiddos themselves. Readers who haven’t considered babysitting will find their interest piqued by the possibility of watching a sweet shape-shifter or giant slug. The lively layout (borders employing hot pink accents and repeated glowing green alien heads) adds appeal. [End Page 4]

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