About the Book Fifth-grader Molly has her hands full between homework, homelife, and her best friends schemes, but when the pets of Far Flung Falls begin to disappear, the town looks to Molly to find out who, or what, is behind the disappearances. Book Synopsis Molly and her friends take on giant mutant creatures in this second book in the hilarious and poignant Far Flung Falls middle grade sci-fi series set in 1980s Ohio--perfect for fans of Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti! The mystery of the giant brother-stealing robot may have been solved, but a new set of troubles for Molly and her friends has just begun. Strange things are happening once again in Far Flung Falls. Where have all the pets gone? And who--or what--is behind the disappearances? Naturally, everyone is looking to Molly for answers. Only this time, shes as clueless as anybody else. Whats more, between dads new girlfriend, fifth grade homework, and her friend Margos wild schemes, Mollys already got more than enough to deal with. Still, she feels the pressure of everyones expectations, and that pressure only mounts when the list of vanished pets grows to include her beloved cat, Crank. Determined to find her, Molly hops back on her revamped bike, Pink Lightning, and together with Arvin, Leonard, and a few new faces, Molly sets off in search of answers. But nothing can prepare them for what they find...or what to do when it finds them. Review Quotes A delightful adventure with a nostalgic twist. --Kirkus Reviews on Molly and the Machine An absolute blast of a page-turner, jam-packed with laugh-out-loud humor, a boatload of heart, and more action than you might believe can fit into a single book. I cant wait to read more adventures from Far Flung Falls!--Jarrett Lerner, author of EngiNerds and Geeger the Robot, on Molly and the Machine Maybe Molly McQuirter hasnt always been the best big sister to her brother Wally, but she comes through when it really matters! Erik Jon Slagerups debut MOLLY AND THE MACHINE introduces a host of eccentric characters, a villain with a heart-rending origin story, a madcap adventure that wont quit--and a heroine who finds more gumption, courage, and allies than she ever knew she had. Readers will be cheering her on from start to finish!--Margaret Peterson Haddix, New York Times bestselling author, on Molly and the Machine An action-packed romp with heart. -- Kirkus Reviews