About This Book
Reach for this book when your children are locked in a cycle of fierce rivalry and you want to show them that sibling conflict is a natural, if messy, part of growing up. Set in the early 1900s, this story follows the four Cares children, Theodore, Jane, Hubert, and Edie, as they navigate a summer of independence, high-stakes dares, and shifting alliances. It avoids the sugary sweetness of many vintage tales, opting instead for a gritty and honest look at how children actually interact when parents aren't watching. It is perfect for readers aged 8 to 12 who appreciate stories about resilience and the complicated bond of shared history. Parents will value how it validates a child's need for autonomy while highlighting the unspoken loyalty that exists beneath even the loudest arguments.
