This story gave meaning to what family really is. I read this book aloud
to my homeschool children, usually I use a device to read from but my
wi-fi went out and I had to read from the computer. Nonetheless it kept
the boys and I entertained for the last few days. The author has a
figurative imagination that bursts with life and love in this book. The
images of how the characters grow into different beings are vivid and
the feelings of love and trust are felt through her usage of words. I
could also feel the intensity of the pain and rejection felt by the
protagonist during the period when she felt isolated due to her status
in the home of her upper class friend. My children never had to question
what the character was feeling because this character was totally
brought to life right from the pages of this book! The author knows how
to grasp the attention of children as well as adults and keep her
audience wanting to read continuously. I appreciate this style of
writing and wish that more could grasp and compete for the eyes and
hearts of children such as this author. Little Orchid's Sea Monster
Trouble will always be a favorite in our house!
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