Inspector Flytrap in The Goat Who Chewed Too Much (Inspector Flytrap #3) (Volume 3)

Inspector Flytrap #3

by Tom Angleberger, Cece Bell (Illustrations)

From husband-and-wife team Tom Angleberger, creator of the New York Times bestselling Origami Yoda series, and Cece Bell, author/illustrator of the Newbery Honor graphic novel El Deafo, comes the third title in a funny and clever illustrated chapter-book series about a mystery-solving Venus flytrap. With easy-to-read language and colorful illustrations on almost every page, this early-chapter-book series is a must-have for beginning readers. In this new caper, what happens when Flytrap loses his partner in crime solving? All the clues point to his assistant, Nina the Goat, as the culprit, leading the city to arrest her and leaving Flytrap goatless. To save the city, Flytrap must unveil the true master criminal. But, can he do it alone?
 
Inspector Flytrap in the Goat Who Chewed Too Much brings readers back to the wacky world of Inspector Flytrap’s Detective Agency, home to the world-renowned solver of BIG DEAL mysteries. The plant detective works tirelessly with his assistant, Nina,on his community’s unsolved cases. There’s no case too big, but there are definitely cases too small for this endearingly self-important plant detective. Celebrating the disabled yet enabled, the character Inspector Flytrap is wheeled everywhere (on a skateboard, of course) by his goat sidekick as this mystery-solving duo works on cases such as “The Big Deal Mystery of the Stinky Cookies” and “The Big Deal Mystery of the Missing Rose.”  
 
Combining wacky humor and a silly cast of characters with adventure, friendship, and mystery, the powerhouse team of Tom Angleberger and Cece Bell have created a uniquely engaging series that is perfect for newly independent readers and fans of Ricky Ricotta, Captain Underpants, and the Galaxy Zack series. Also included in these books are graphic novel–style pages that will attract reluctant readers.

Genres: Humor, Mystery, Childrens, Fiction, Fantasy, Chapter Books, Juvenile

112 pages, Board Book

Published January 10, 2017

About the author

Tom Angleberger artist-turned-writer. He is a columnist for the Roanoke Times in Roanoke, Virginia, and began work on his first book while in middle school. Tom is married to author-illustrator Cece Bell. He lives in Christianburg, Virginia.

Reviews

[Aaron · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was the funniest one yet, with the expanded roles of one character but some of the humour that we have seen in earlier books in the series.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yeah I'm totally keeping track of books I read out loud to Aud now that we've entered the wonderful world of chapter books. This one was pretty solidly funny.

[Anna Salvesen · Rating 3 out of 5]

There's this plant named Inspector Flytrap who had an assistant goat named Nina who pushed him around on a skateboard because he was on a cot. He had a girlfriend named Wanda. She was a rose. Her goat's name was William. Nina got put in jail because they accused her without any proof that she stole a golden pickle (she didn't) and William got kidnapped by a master criminal who was actually a sloth but he was the fastest sloth in the world. Inspector Flytrap's job is to figure out who kidnapped William and find him. He finds William in the city garbage dump. The master criminal gets arrested.

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Now we were just an unstoppable tidal wave of justice! Dogs, barnyard animals, flightless birds, two plants, and a variety of potentially dangerous vehicles!"

Nina, the goat, has been framed! And without her, how will Inspector Flytrap ever be able to solve the case of the missing priceless artwork, solid-gold jewel-encrusted pickle paperweight, gourmet cookie sprinkles ... not to mention President Horse G. Horse's limousine and William the goat (Nina's boyfriend) The items missing just keep accumulating. Luckily, there is a sloth standing nearby who is willing to help Inspector Flytrap get around on his skateboard. But he goes SOOOO Slow! How on earth will these mysteries ever be solved?

Another fun one for early readers. What my students like about the Inspector Flytrap series is that is has spun off other series based on characters in these first books like Kiki Dodo, Future Spy and DJ Funkyfoot.

[Becky B · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Nina, Inspector Flytrap's assistant (and his mobility enabler) is framed with stealing the world's greatest pickle paperweight, Inspector Flytrap is stuck with relying on a sloth to get him around and the thefts keep piling up much faster than he can get around town. Will Nina ever get cleared or these cases ever get solved?

A zany, yet clever, little mystery for lower grade readers featuring some rather unforgettable characters. CeCe Bell's illustration style in this is quite unique mixing old-timey prints of animals and things with her typical illustration style. If you are looking for a unique and wild mystery to keep the interest of lower grade readers, send them Inspector Flytrap's direction.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspector Flytrap wants to solve only the world's greatest mysteries with the help of his assistant, a goat who chews everything. He realizes it's just the case for him when a sophisticated poodle insists he solve the mystery of the theft of her very expensive, solid gold paperweight that is encrusted with precious gems. It turns out to be more difficult and mysterious than he expected.
Chapters:
Inspector Flytrap in the taking of pickles one two three;
Inspector Flytrap in the slow and the furious;
Inspector Flytrap does NOT have lunch;
Inspector Flytrap in the good, the bad, and the trash heap.

[Stephen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book with my youngest daughter and it is the final installment of the Inspector Flytrap Trilogy! And I will say that the series has been entertaining but the finale was special! My daughter loved the ending and so did I. It was an hour plus worth of reading enjoyment, and it really made me happy we picked up this series to read together. I recommend it for your early readers and age 7-9 I think is PERFECT for loving on these stories! Nina is imprisoned for a slew of crimes!!! Can Inspector Flytrap clear her name or is she guilty of the crimes!?! If you haven't read the first two books, I advise you to read first as it will make this books impact even greater.

[Courtney Umlauf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every master detective needs a nemesis. Inspector Flytrap has found his in the form of the Master Criminal, someone who's been lurking throughout each book in the series. Who could it be?

This is exactly what you'd expect from a book with a story by Tom Angleberger and illustrations by his wife, Cece Bell. It's simple, silly, and fun without featuring bratty children or stupid adults masquerading as humor.

[Viviane Elbee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining chapter book about Inspector Flytrap and his assistant, a goat that eats everything. They are chasing after a master criminal, and the stolen items are all outrageous - pickle paperweights, cookie sprinkles, a dog show invitation. Lots of giggles. This is a good chapter book for children who can read on their own - or a parent can read it to them. Best for elementary school aged children.

[Villain E · Rating 3 out of 5]

Leans into the humor and abandons the pretense of a mystery. A master criminal is stealing a bunch of random stuff from the various characters we've met in the series. The obvious connection is Inspector Flytrap, and Nina becomes a scapegoat. Then the mastermind simply presents himself to Inspector Flytrap. There's some drama, and Inspector Flytrap hits a real low point before everything wraps up to a climax so chaotic that the artist couldn't keep up.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspector Flytrap must solve his hardest, involved, and frustrating case yet! A golden, jewel-encrusted pickle paperweight is now missing, the ultimate crime! Then all Inspector Flytrap’s past “employers” have things and people missing and Nina the goat is framed! This mystery is one for the books and wraps everything up nicely from the previous two books.

[AMY · Rating 3 out of 5]

101 pages. Another silly installment when there seem to be so many mysteries to solve all at one time. Funny illustrations and silliness throughout. Boys will love this kind of book. Recommended for Grades 3-5.

[Blaire Malkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun mystery featuring a Venus flytrap and his sidekick Nina, a goat who eats everything, and makes a lot of puns. The story was silly and not at all sad or scary, my son liked seeing what Nina would eat next. She was his favorite character. Good early chapter book.

[Chris Hays · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a great adventure ride for students. The detective solves mysteries, but the humor is what will keep students engaged. Repetitive quotes and simplistic plot leads makes this a good beginning reader.

[Allison Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my favorite Inspector Flytrap book. I love how punny (full of puns) these books are. I felt like this one wrapped up really well. I have read all of these books aloud to my two elementary age sons and we laugh a lot while reading this series.

[Cael · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best Flytrap book yet!

[The Brothers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dexter (8yo) read.

[Richard Sipe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Silly kids book

Kids love this series. Filled with silly puns and audacious characters. Highly recommend for a silly read with the kids.

[Alice Greene · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alice: great! Had difficulty rating between 4 - 5 stars.

Jenny: 2.5 stars? Kinda weird.

[Rachel Steeves · Rating 4 out of 5]

My son and I both enjoyed this humorous story. It's a 'Big Deal'

[Jessica F · Rating 3 out of 5]

I always knew there was something suspicious about that sloth...

[Brian · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was fine. I am glas that there arent any more because I dont really like reading them. Just silly, and questionable morally. Maybe my kid is just too young (4).

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened with my son.

[Randy Tramp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great imagination. World’s Greatest Mystery.

[Rey · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is funny because Nina ate a lot. LOL.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

My 5 year old liked it but this series isn’t as clever as some others we’ve read together.

[Rachel Travers · Rating 2 out of 5]

Read for school. Cute, easy to read. Easy to follow and pretty funny for the most part.

[Lisa Welch · Rating 4 out of 5]

An entertaining and visual early middle grade mystery. A 4th grader told me it was his 2nd favorite read of the year.

[Petraq · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars.

[Emily Brooker · Rating 5 out of 5]

fav book as a kid