I didn't like the drug and drinking references that felt a bit blatant to me. There are few things I didn't like as much. This book is also cleaner than the first, which I appreciate.

I'm not sure if that will go anywhere, but I like that there's friendship with the possibility of more.

I also like how the action ramps up towards the climatic ending and the hint of romance between a certain guy and girl that happily didn't take over the story. I have some questions and there are a few loose ends that I'm looking forward to being tied up in the next book. It doesn't feel like a filler book, but gives readers more answers along with setting up plenty for book three. I thought the author did a good job of developing both characters and the overall plot of the series in this book. I definitely prefer Esme over Cassandra, so I was glad that this book is all from Esme's perspective. They both have their own challenges with their parents, but are at least getting better at what they do as sitters. Now December is approaching and the sitters, Esme and Cassandra, are dealing with regular life and continuing to protect their city from demons. This book picks up about a month after the last book, which ended just after Halloween. Fans of book one will definitely enjoy continuing the series. With great characters and a story full of snark, friendship, action, and a touch of romance, YA fans will find much to like about this story. Thank you so much to the publisher, Delacorte Press, for providing me with a copy to read and review.FOR BETTER OR CURSED is a story of two girls, or 'sitters,' who are still new to protecting their world against demons. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a fast and funny teen scream. I loved all the pop culture references, the definite homage to Buffy and that fun teen horror atmosphere. The culminating scene does occur on Halloween as well, so perfect for the Fall Spooky season. Apparently, the author and I share a brain and have exactly the same sense of humor.Įsme was such a fun character to read about and although parts of this were predictable, I had a great time reading it. I was giggling to myself for over half of this novel. Part Buffy the Vampire Slayer, part the good ole’ Babysitter’s Club series, this book brings horror comedy to a whole new level. I feel weird sort of giving that away but it’s nothing you won’t read in the synopsis of the book. Unfortunately for Esme, she’s about to find out the hard way.

It’s true and when Esme Pearl formed her Babysitter’s Club, she didn’t know that either. But did you also know that some babysitters are responsible for protecting the entire Earth from evil forces? You are literally responsible for maintaining the health and wellness of little humans. We all know babysitting comes with a lot of responsibility.

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