Hello, Mallory

Mallory Pike is trying to get into the Baby-Sitters Club. But the baby-sitters make her take a hard test. Can she pass? ( )

*may contain spoilers*

I read this book a looong time ago when I first was into BSC. I recently read it again, and I have to admit that I actually picked it up again just because this is the book that introduces Jessi, and she is one of my favorites. I didn't remember the plot at all though, and it turned out to be a really good book. I've read reviews on Amazon that say that Kristy was way too mean to Mallory in this book, and that was out of character for her, but I don't agree. Yes, she was harsh, and I completely cheered Mallory and Jessi for starting their own sitting club in response to being snubbed. However, Stacey had just moved away, and all the BSC members were sad and upset about that. They didn't want to replace Stacey at all, and they had never had to make a decision like that before, so it's understandable that they might go overboard on erring on the side of caution. I loved the ending though, it was definitely a "BSC ending" as I call it: All problems solved and everyone admitting their wrongdoings. lol ( )