It’s not easy being the middle child, especially when your dad is a Navy Chief. Meet Piper Reed, a spunky nine-year-old who has moved more times than she can count on one hand. From Texas to Guam, wherever Piper goes, adventure follows, inspired by her active imagination, free-wheeling spirit, and a bit of sister magic. Unlike her older sister, Tori, Piper loves being part of a Navy family, and unlike her little sister, Sam, Piper is no prodigy genius. Piper is Piper—fearless and full of life.

Praise

“Filled with warm, realistic family situations mixed with humor, this chapter book deserves a special flyover by the Blue Angels.”—The Horn Book Magazine

 

“This entertaining read will appeal to fans of Judy Moody and Ramona Quimby.”—School Library Journal

 

“...award-winning author Holt tells a lively family story that draws on her experiences of growing up a Navy brat.”—Booklist

 

“Crisp writing from a National Book Award winner...”—Publishers Weekly

 

“Piper’s lively imagination, wholesomeness and moments of ‘sister magic’ are likable and believable. This easy chapter book, based on Holt’s own experiences, is spot on with the details of roving family life. Davenier’s fluid black-and-white drawings fit the mood and characters . . . Launching a new series, Piper’s foray sets sail with verve, fun and spunk.”—Kirkus Reviews

About the Author(s)

By Kimberly Willis Holt and Christine Davenier

Kimberly Willis Holt is the author of the novels My Louisiana Sky, When Zachary Beaver Came to Town—winner of the National Book Award, Keeper of the Night, and Part of Me, as well as the picture books Waiting for Gregory and Skinny Brown Dog. She lives in Amarillo, Texas. Visit her website at www.kimberlywillisholt.com.

Christine Davenier has illustrated many books for children and is the recipient of a New York Times Best Illustrated Book Award for The First Thing My Mama Told Me by Susan Marie Swanson. She lives in Paris, France.

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