As with the previous books in this series, I don't think this series has much value if you're young reader isn't madly in love with the Bratz! In Accessory to the Crime we join the Bratz planning a party for their friend Cameron's Birthday. The party goes smoothly, the party a hit...but when Cloe goes to get Cameron's present, she finds her purse missing...what we have here is a simple chapter book with a pretty straight forward mystery, where once again, the true lesson seems not so much to be about catching the bad guy as treating others with kindness and respect and where playing fair works to their advantage. There is an almost too clean cut, things work out just right feel to this, but I think this will appeal to younger readers and it's certainly a positive message for them. Coming in at 80 pages, this series is ideal for kids just starting out reading chapter books (or for those struggling to do so). The font size, spacing and simplistic text make it easy for a beginning reader to read, comprehend AND enjoy the story. This won't challenge older readers at all, as the mystery is pretty simple and easy to solve...but if your young reader is having trouble reading the words AND following the story on their own, then this book is just what the doctor ordered! I'd say this is ideal for readers ages 6-8, but it's got a light-hearted, feel-good message that could be enjoyed by older readers, provided they enjoy the Bratz! I give it a solid B! ( )