In this second Cody story, Cody's best friend Spencer and his parents move in next-door with his grandmother GG. Unfortunately for Spencer and Cody, they aren't the only kids in the neighborhood. New neighbors Molly and Maxie Meen e children of the mysterious Mr. Meen em intent on living up to their last name. Will they ever be able to all get along? This sequel displays Springstubb's knack for understanding the ever-shifting questions held by readers this age as their awareness of the universe around them grows in leaps and bounds. Brimming with charm, delight, and a diverse cast of characters.

Gr 2-5 Cody is ecstatic that her best friend Spencer is moving in around the corner; she can't wait to show him the ropes around school and the neighborhood. But Spencer doesn't seem to need her as much as Cody thought he would: the evil Mrs. Spindle actually takes a liking to him and Spencer seems to have no trouble making friends, leaving Cody on the outside. Add to that her run-ins with the Meens, territorial kids who live next door to Spencer, and Cody's got a lot to deal with this school year. Fans of the first adventure won't want to miss Cody's second, and kids who enjoy series with a standout voice will embrace this well-written series.