About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling to navigate the resentment, jealousy, or 'forced' feeling of a newly blended family. In this high-stakes adventure, stepsisters Amy and Felix are locked in a cycle of mutual dislike until a terrifying kidnapping in Spain forces them to drop their guards. The story masterfully addresses how misplaced anger and the desire to impress others can lead to real-world consequences, ultimately showing that family is built through shared trials and mutual protection. It is a gripping choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy suspense but need a gentle nudge toward empathy and sibling cooperation. Parents will appreciate how it validates the difficult feelings of step-siblings without sugar-coating the initial friction.
