With all the aspirational elements of Eloise and the heart and emotional intelligence of Ways to Make Sunshine, Cruise Life by Reese Eschmann is sure to set sail for success!
All aboard!
Caitlin and her big brother, Dylan, are still getting used to shuttling between Mom’s new little house and Dad’s fancy new condo after their divorce. But summer means a solid six weeks with her dad. Finally, one toothbrush in one place and all her outfits together! So when her dad announces that he’s gotten a new job on the fanciest, most fun, family-friendly cruise line -- and he’s bringing his kids along -- Caitlin has mixed feelings. For about a minute!
Then off she goes on the adventure of a lifetime on the biggest ship she’s ever seen, the Wandering Princess, which is tricked out to perfection. But soon the pressures of being a crew kid get to Caitlin. She's already had to adjust to two new homes . . . will she be able to make the Wandering Princess her third?---from the publisher
144 pages 978-1339018157 Ages 7-10
Keywords: chapter book, divorce, home, cruise ship, cruise, family life, fathers/daughters, adventure, new experiences, dealing with feelings, dealing with emotions, part of a series, 7 year old, 8 year old, 9 year old, 10 year old, African American and Black stories, African American author, diverse books, If You Liked Nikki and Deja, If You Liked Dyamonde Daniel
