[ ALEXIS AND THE MISSING INGREDIENT (CUPCAKE DIARIES #16) - STREET SMART ] By Simon, Coco ( Author) 2013 [ Paperback ] Paperback

Alexis feels left out because, although she is with her 'best friends' Mia and Katie, her first best friend Emma is not in the city with the other three girls. Alexis can't help pairing herself with Emma, and pairing Mia and Katie together. Alexis does not like being left out, because she is used to having Emma by her side. I think Alexis's feelings and her situation were relatable, because no young girl likes to be left out. But I also personally think Alexis was a bit selfish in thinking that Mia and Katie would 'ignore' her because she thought that they cared more about each other than about Alexis herself. Alexis has always seemed a bit too serious for me. But still, this was a great read, and it was neat to see the girls spending time in the city for a change. And of course, there were lots of cupcakes involved in the story!

My daughter is 10 (4th grade) and she loves this series. We take turns reading to each other so I know how and what she's reading. These books are about drama, boys, fashion and cupcakes, lol. They're cute - I don't mind when she asks me to read these to her.

Reading through the whole series great set of stories with underlying lessons or life scenarios to learn from.

A little disappointed in this series. Students did not get into them like I was hoping they would. They love Dork Diaries and I thought these might peak their interest as well. Not nearly as much.

Gift for a granddaughter. She loved it and I know it is a quality book.

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Great book for a 9 year old.