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Description
Boffin Boy and Katt are on a mountain-climbing holiday in Scotland. When they see a great big hairy Yeti there, they decide to check it out. Thel find a time gate in the mountains and follow the Yeti through. Thr problem is -- they can't get back!
Quick Summary
For a fast, goofy adventure that won't bog you down with heavy reading, Boffin Boy and the Lost Yeti is a solid pick. The story follows Boffin Boy and his sidekick Katt as they stumble upon a giant Yeti while on a mountain-climbing trip in Scotland, then get sucked through a time-gate that leaves them stranded in a strange past era. It's got the kind of silly, gadget-driven humor that fans of the earlier Boffin Boy books love, plus a dash of mystery about what the Yeti really is, which keeps the pages turning even for kids who think reading is a chore. The short chapters and snappy dialogue make it perfect for reluctant readers or anyone who wants a quick laugh between longer reads, and parents will appreciate that the scares are more goofy than truly scary just a few spooky moments with the Yeti and a time-gate that feels like a fun sci-fi twist rather than anything too intense. If your kid likes the mix of science-gadgets and goofy problem-solving found in books like The Magic Tree House or the "Time Warp Trio" series, they'll feel right at home here.