This Newbery book was a great young adult story that I really enjoyed. Sara Louise is the unhappy twin to gifted and loved Caroline. She spends her youth resenting her and it's painful to hear about, and very relatable as she tries to understand her feelings. The captain becomes a great friend but then provides Caroline with a lifeline that sends poor Louise into even more resentment. It was interesting to read about her isolated island life, demented grandmother, and sympathetic parents. Talk about a victim mentality!
I was thinking it would be interesting to get Henry's take on this story and this character when we're on our road trip in a couple of weeks. I don't know if it would appeal to him or not...
I remember those surprising feelings and how they would come upon me without warning. I remember thinking I was crazy and that I could live out my life in a certain way, just as Louise was thinking. This author really understands the 13-15 year old mindset! It was good food for thought as I walked in St. George's summer heat!
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