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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Violet's Gone Viral by Anne Waugh Moore is a story about a twelve-year-old girl named Violet. Violet loves taking the family dog, Maxwell, out for walks in the park, as well as talking with her neighbor, Ms. Ruby, a wise woman with a kind heart. But after her parents buy her a smartphone, Violet soon finds herself texting and chatting with her school friends all the time. She even stops taking Maxwell for walks. When the popular girls in class push her into posting an embarrassing photo of Grace, another classmate, Violet realizes too late that she has made a mistake. Violet admits her mistake after a conversation with Ms. Ruby and takes responsibility. She also discovers who her genuine friends are.
My first impression is that cautionary children's tales such as Violet's Gone Viral have become increasingly relevant due to the advent of the digital age. In this book, Anne Waugh Moore gently underlines the dangers of smartphone and social media usage among children. It's a story with an absorbing plot and realistic characters. I liked the fact that the story is realistic and suitable for children, parents, and caregivers alike. Phone usage in children must be supervised with attention, as this book shows how it can lead to much more complicated issues, including bullying behavior in kids. Young readers will learn some practical life lessons from this wonderful story. Violet is a likable protagonist who readers can relate to. Donnie Johnson's illustrations are beautifully done and further complement the story. Highly recommended.
