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Charming, charming, charming. This book, which in many ways could have taken place alongside Little Women, suited me perfectly! A summer vacation in a New England cottage, a hound named Hound, a tight-knit group of sisters who look out for each other, a kind and warm housekeeper! And it's nostalgic, to be sure, but not old-fashioned. In fact, it almost seems to take place in no time, in no place. There are computers and telephones, but they only exist quietly in the background; New York and Bost
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This book was a lot of fun. I read it outloud with Liz and Eleanor - and it was perfect for that. It seemed like like it should be read during the spring or summer... it fit, you know?
When I pictured Batty, I pictured a 4 year old version of Eleanor, my daughter. I love the wings.
When I pictured Batty, I pictured a 4 year old version of Eleanor, my daughter. I love the wings.
I loved this! Sisters, summer, a mystery boy next door. It really brought me back to some of my favorite classic childhood books, yet still felt fresh and fun. Would be great to read aloud as a family.
This gem feels timeless. It could have happened a hundred years ago or a day ago. It's a summer vacation everyone wanted as a kid -- a huge place to run around, a place that's full of freedom, and a place that's filled with new friends & self-discovery. I loved this little family and the friends they made along the way.
Reminiscent of these...
And a new read-alike to enjoy:
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Reminiscent of these...
And a new read-alike to enjoy:
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Oh, hey, it only took me three months after having lunch at Jeanne's house to read her book. It's pretty lovely. There's a lot interesting study to be done with regards to socioeconomics here, which could potentially make it a bit problematic, but aside from that, it's such a fun, classic-style summer adventure tale in the vein of the very books Jeanne says she loved as a child and that her characters read while at Arundel, like those by Edward Eager, E. Nesbitt, and Louisa May Alcott.
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The author has found an ideal balance between old-fashioned charm on the one hand and a contemporary, honest way of addressing difficult family issues on the other.
The characters are also very well developed and have their distinct roles and personalitis: one is artsy and imaginative, one is a tomboy, the little one is crazy about animals, and the oldest has taken on the nurturing role after their mother died (just one example of where the book is sweet but unflinchingly real and a little sad). ...more
The characters are also very well developed and have their distinct roles and personalitis: one is artsy and imaginative, one is a tomboy, the little one is crazy about animals, and the oldest has taken on the nurturing role after their mother died (just one example of where the book is sweet but unflinchingly real and a little sad). ...more
Funny and sweet. Another great series for kids. Interesting realistic sisters and sister dynamics. Sometimes it's a bit too easy how everything fits into place but it's fun. The shenanigans are ridiculous but harken back to a sweeter time.
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I can see why this book charmed a lot of people. But for me the charming:twee ratio wasn't right.
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A lovely children's book that I thoroughly enjoyed ---- not in the same class as the Little House books for me, but good enough that I purchased a copy for my niece. Hopefully she will enjoy it as much as I have!
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This was great. It felt like a children's book that would be around for a long time and loved by generations.
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Aug 31, 2013
Sharon
marked it as b-list
May 15, 2022
Summer Rae Garcia
marked it as to-read
Jan 21, 2023
Lori
marked it as to-read
