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The 12 Dares of Christa
The 12 Dares of Christa
Reviewed by: Kelley Goodfield - SAD # 55, Hiram, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: February 14, 2018
Review
Christa's life is turned upside down when her parents announce they are getting a divorce. The timing is never right for an announcement like this, but it is even worse when it is right before Christmas. Christa and her family usually have a very busy, fun filled holiday and this changes everything. She has to go on tour to Europe with her mother's theater company, and her father stays home by himself. Luckily, her father surprises her by sending "the 12 dares of Christmas" for her to complete in Europe. This is a tradition she does every Christmas that involves gifts and messages. As Christa struggles to accept the divorce, she also learns to appreciate art, make new friends, and gains a love interest. The story is told in first person narrative and will appeal to some tweens who enjoy travel and theater.
Overall Book Score: good
About the Book
Author:
Burt, Marissa
Illustrator: ,
Illustration Quality: good
Publisher: Katherine Tegan Books
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: realistic fiction
Audience: grades 4-6,grades 7-9
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: good
ISBN: 9780062416186
Price: 16.99