Party Problems by Brian Weisfeld, Nicole C. Kear

Party Problems (The Startup Squad #3) by Brian Weisfeld, Nicole C. Kear

Release: May 4th, 2021
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Imprint
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
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In the third novel of this series about friendship and entrepreneurship, girls mean a business that Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal-winning author of The One and Only Ivan, calls “A great read!”

All four friends in the Startup Squad want to raise money—but when they can’t agree on what business to start next, they strike off on their own. But, Didi’s idea seems perfect: making place cards for a wedding.

But after the wedding planner gets sick, Didi finds herself in charge of everything—and then the caterer cancels, and the band goes missing! However, Didi’s business is turning from a dream to a disaster. Will the Startup Squad come together in time to save the wedding?

Moreover, each book in this middle-grade series by Brian Weisfeld and Nicole C. Kear also features tips for kids starting or running their first businesses, plus a profile of a real-life tween girl CEO.

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Praise for Startup Squad: Face the Music:
“Filled with flawed characters and moments of growth, including lessons on trial and error, practicing customer service, and learning from mistakes, this drama-filled, fast-paced, entertaining read places friendship and hard work at its heart … An enjoyable and diverse story highlighting friendship, entrepreneurship, and perseverance.” —Kirkus Reviews.

About the Authors:

About Brian Weisfeld:
Brian Weisfeld has helped build many well-known billion-dollar companies, including IMAX Corporation and Coupons.com. Moreover, he is the Founder and Chief Squad Officer of The Startup Squad, an initiative dedicated to helping girls reach their potential and follow their dreams, whatever their passions. Also, Brian lives in Silicon Valley with his wife and two daughters.

You can check out thestartupsquad.com for more info.

About Nicole C. Kear:
Nicole C. Kear lives in New York City with her husband, three firecracker kids, and a ridiculously fluffy hamster. Also, she’s the author of The Fix-It Friends chapter book series, as well as middle-grade standalone Foreverland.

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Party Problems Review:

I read “Party Problems” from the series, and “Face the Music” did not disappoint. This book revolves around Didi, who mainly finds herself in a dilemma where she plans a wedding event.

Firstly, the author provides good tips and tricks on how to handle such situations. It is always best to work as a team rather than juggling everything yourself and lose your balance. As Didi finds herself drowning in work, she realizes that she needs the help of her friends. Moreover, the author also motivates the reader to turn their passion into a business. I enjoyed the alternate storylines with Resa and her tennis lessons fiasco and Amelia with her secret project.

Similarly, like “Face the Music,” I also loved Val’s character, even though she makes a brief appearance. I hope the team considers Val as part of their group, as I would love a book focusing on her! Also, the book gives excellent tips on starting a business plan and setting up any project professionally so that it is easy to monitor. Also, Didi is adorable in the lead. As an Indian, I loved the Indian references the author made and her relationship with her family. I also chuckled at the Sheila Orbacher references.

However, again, my criticism is on not giving all the characters a chance in the spotlight. This time, there is hardly any mention of Harriet, and I wished the author had made her prominent. She is the funny, quirky one in the group, and I felt that was present in the previous novel but missing in this one.

Overall, “Party Problems” is another excellent addition to “The Startup Squad” series, and I hope they continue to release many more books.

Giveaway:

3 winners will win finished copies of THE STARTUP SQUAD Series, US Only.

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