Jessie’s one smart, little cookie. That’s all fine and good until it’s discovered that she’s smart enough to accelerate to the same grade as her older brother, Evan. Jessie and Evan usually get along really well, but Evan can’t stand the possibility of getting bested by his little sister. The sibling rivalry begins with a lemonade war.
The Lemonade War is a fun, light read that many will enjoy. There’s something relatable for most elementary age kids–whether they have a sibling they’re at odds with or they are dealing with the various aspects that come with having divorced parents. It is entertaining but also a feel-good story. The reader even learns some great business skills along the way. Jacqueline Davies created some great characters, especially Jessie and Evan, whose personalities were just perfect. This is book one of a five book series so if you love this one, you’ll be excited to know there’s plenty more to enjoy.
An excellent choice for a reluctant reader, this book would actually be enjoyed by readers as young as seven.
Content Analysis:
Profanity/Language: 2 religious exclamations.
Violence/Gore: A few (2) brief incidents including reference to character dying in book; young character tries (unsuccessfully) to beat up older character.
Sex/Nudity: None
Mature Subject Matter:
Divorce.
Alcohol / Drug Use:
None
