Like many kid's books about science, this one relies a bit on the gross out factor for it's appeal. We get reference to fly guts, to rot, oozing and beheading. But that's not the central focus and doesn't go over the top. Instead, we get a baker's dozen creatures that consume flies and the methods by which they capture their prey. Additionally, each page features a different species of fly. It's a picture book format, so we get the additional appeal of dynamic illustrations. This does mean, though, that the information is limited. Don't read this book expecting to fully understand creatures that eat flies but it's a decent introduction to the concept.
More information: 13 Ways to Eat a Fly releases February 16.
Advanced Reader Copy provided by NetGalley
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