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Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris Grabenstein

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Brief synopsis: Some people are claiming that the first games at Mr. Lemoncello's library were not fair because not everyone got a chance to compete. So Mr. Lemoncello organizes a country-wide competition, bringing in teams from all over the country. Meanwhile, previously disqualified contestant Charles Chilington and his family try to destroy the library. 

Category: Juvenile 

Why I chose this book: Sequel to Mr. Lemoncello's Library (previously reviewed here:

My personal opinion: This sequel was almost as fun as much fun to read as the first Mr. Lemoncello book. I really love reading about all the technology and gaming systems the library contains. This book centers around the idea of banned books and freedom of access to material (not that everyone has to read them, but that there should be access available). It also shows the value of teamwork from opposing sides or when there isn't really a prize or something to be gained from working to solve a problem. 

Warnings
Language: None
Violence: None
"Adult" situations: None 
Death: None

Movie rating equivalent: PG

Protagonist description: A typical middle schooler who is good at solving word and picture puzzles and standing up for what is right even when there isn't a prize involved. 

Point of view of story: Third, Kyle

Book length: Very short

Story flow: Fluid

Grammar and spelling issues: None

Character connection (no spoilers): None

For series:
Independent or integral: Technically integral, but aside from Kyle saying that he is worried they won't win like they did in the last games the story itself stands alone.

Series review as a whole: Really fun, easy reading. Problem solving and puzzles. Promotes libraries and free thought/access to material

If you only have time for one, read: Both are equally good, but start with Mr. Lemoncello's Library

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