The Sleepwalker Tonic

I quite possibly like #2 better than the first. But doesn't that often happen with a series?
The Sleepwalker Tonic needs little space to acquaint us with backstory, and so what plays out is a well driven story. It flows and moves at what feels a natural pace.

I was notedly shocked at small twists and felt myself tear up at a twist in the ending. It wasn't overly cheesy, but moving enough that I felt invested. (Granted, as an empath I tear up easily 😉).

If I have any small criticism, it is that at times Jack seems to portrayed more like a 5 year old than freshly 8 years old. There are some word choices for the character that make me picture a much smaller more vulnerable kid than I should.
And conversely, Charlie can come across a bit more like a brooding 18 year old than a fresh faced pre-teen.
(I have kids age 5 and 9, so I'm judging from my real life experiences.).

All that said, I still can enjoy the story and appreciate being able to glide through an enjoyable book in a day.

This sequel didn't tug at my heartstrings as much as the first Nightmares! book, but it was still a great read (or rather, listen). Not only can Jason Segel write a great middle grades book, but he can narrate it fantastically as well! I loved listening to him do all the voices. He's a natural!

This book didn't have nearly as many illustrations as the first book so I didn't feel like I was missing out as much by listening to the audiobook instead of reading, but I did end up reading a few chapters here and there as well.