The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science written by Kate McKinnon, reviewed by Klaudia Janek

Summary: This funny and whimsical adventure follows three sisters—Gertrude, Eugenia, and Dee-Dee Porch—who feel out of place in their snooty town of Antiquarium, where strict etiquette rules reign. After being expelled from multiple etiquette schools, the sisters receive an unexpected invitation to study under the notorious mad scientist Millicent Quibb. At 231 Mysterium Way, the girls encounter a world filled with bizarre delights, such as pizza that can be fatal and a bus powered by gerbils. As they learn the ropes of mad science, they discover their unique talents and the importance of embracing their differences. When a sinister group of mad scientists threatens their town, the Porch sisters must band together and use their newfound skills to save the day. This story is filled with humor, eccentric characters, the love of sisters, and a message of belonging, making it an engaging read for young audiences. 

Straight Talk for Librarians: As an adult, I loved this book!  It was laugh out loud funny.  There are a lot of words that will increase the vocabulary of anyone who reads it. One of my favorite parts what that Kate McKinnon was writting the book as Edwina Candlestank!  The thrid sentence in the book was "Man, do I hate the viola."  As a viola player, I took offence and laughed at the same time.  A lot of the names integrated funny takes on the German, French and Dutch languages.  There are elements of magical realism and adventure in this book. The dialogue is just funny and you can see a lot of the authors humor coming out.  This book can be paired with lessons on individuality, acceptance, and the importance of science in everyday life. Librarians can host book clubs where students explore themes of belonging and courage, encouraging them to share personal experiences related to feeling different or misunderstood. Additionally, hands-on science experiments inspired by the mad science elements in the book can be introduced to make learning interactive and fun. The illustrations and humor in the book also lend themselves well to art projects, where students can create their own quirky characters or scenes from the story. By creating a multi-faceted approach, librarians can enhance students' reading experiences while fostering a love for literature and science.  It is definitely geared towards middle school students, but I can see a lot of other readers enjoying it.  I also LOVED that the book was set up like an old Victorian era book: they typography, the hardcover and the deckled edges.  Super fun and highly recommended for a school library.