Jeff Kinney’s “Diary of a Wimpy kid: Hot Mess,” the 19th installment in the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series, continues the humorous adventures of Greg Heffley. This time, Greg is navigating the chaos of a family summer vacation to a crowded beach house. The story gratefully includes family drama, awkward moments, and relatable humor that readers have come to expect from the series.
The plot centers around Greg’s grandmother’s proprietary recipe for the well-known meatballs that the entire Heffley family adores, and everyone is attempting to discover it. After a while of this going on, Greg’s mother makes the decision to take the entire Heffley family on a journey they haven’t been in a long time in order to help Gramma create better and more memories of her past when her birthday approaches.
As a result, the Heffley family finds themselves crammed into a cabin with little room and growing hostilities. From Greg’s battle with family dynamics to strange occurrences like a dog becoming famous on social media while its owner is under stress. Jeff Kinney’s distinctive doodle-style illustrations add charm and enrich the humorous scenarios.
With an amusing tone that appeals to middle-grade readers, “Hot Mess” examines issues of family, tolerance, and the inevitable conflicts that arise in big gatherings. Newcomers may miss some of the inside jokes and established character dynamics, but series enthusiasts will probably love the most recent episode.
This story is jam-packed with laugh-out-loud moments, making it an excellent addition to the renowned series. Perfect for lovers of Kinney’s hilarious stories, “Hot Mess” demonstrates why the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” volumes are still a fixture of children’s fiction.
