The Ocean Within

Imagine being a foster child moved from home to home, and then, at the age of 11, you arrive magically into the Sheridan family, rich with tradition and the comfort of "Iron Woman" grandmother. This is the situation that Elisabeth finds herself in. The family heads to the seaside for a vacation, and Elisabeth struggles to keep herself to herself, so she won't feel pain. If you read with your heart, you will empathize with Elizabeth and you will root for grandmother's strength to win her over. Ages 9-12 236 pages (sequel is Tides)