Product Description

Book 1 of Friends for a Season (Visit friendsforaseason.com to learn more). Every summer thirteen-year-old Meg returns to the berry fields of her grandparents' farm on Sauvie's Island, Oregon. But this year, everything is different. With her mother remarried and a new baby on the way, Meg isn’t quite sure where she fits in the family anymore. And now the comfortable familiarity of the farm has changed, too. There is a new girl, Tia...and she obviously holds a special place in Meg’s grandparents' hearts. During this season of growth, Meg faces the challenge of figuring out what life, family, and friendship are all about. In order to thrive she must learn the importance of her unique characteristics and God’s plan for her life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #945855 in Books
• Published on: 2005-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 234 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780764200205
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From Booklist
Gr. 5-8. This entry in the Friends for a Season series tells a good story, punctuating it with scripture verses and other religious ideas. Thirteen-year-old Meg is spending the summer, as she usually does, on her grandparents' Oregon berry farm. But this year things are different. Tia, the daughter of the farm's Hispanic overseer, could be a friend, but there are hurdles to overcome. Meg's mother and her husband are about to have a baby, and Meg's dad, an army colonel, may be leaving the service, causing Meg to wonder if she should move and live with him on the farm. There are two overriding themes here: Meg's questions about where and with whom she should live and the nature of her friendship with a girl of another culture. Byrd effectively uses scripture verses that utilize vineyard imagery, and Meg's conversations with God help bring clarity to her problems. A solid offering with a likable heroine. Ilene Cooper
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Review
"...A shining beginning to this new series, and I look forward to reading more of these touching stories." -- Bookloons

"I found Island Girl easy to relate to. I highly recommend this book to young teens." -- Estee Wells, Christian Book Previews.com

"I highly recommend this gentle, wholesome novel to young teen girls and their parents." -- Christian Library Journal

"Young teen girls will find this gentle story engrossing and reassuring as they discover aspects of themselves in young Meg." -- ©CBA MARKETPLACE April 2005 Official Publication of CBA. Reprinted by permission

"a fantastic novel for young teen girls... a story of friends, family, and faith... a warm, wholesome story." -- Romance Junkies

"a genuine and heartwarming story of growing up and having the courage to be real and make difficult choices... recommended." -- Armchair Interviews

About the Author
Sandra Byrd developed a loyal following while writing her fiction series Secret Sisters and The Hidden Diary. She also writes for Christian Parenting Today and many other publications. Sandra and her family live in Washington.

Customer Reviews

A Truly Heartwarming Read That Teen's Will Enjoy!!!
Thirteen year old Meg is returning to her beloved grandparents island home for summer. The difference with this summer is...she is going to decide where she wants to live. Should she pick her mother, stepfather, and new baby brother/sister? Or will she live with her father who is an Army Colonel and thinking of retiring from his military career? As if this isn't enough for her thirteen year old mind, she now finds a new family living on her grandparents berry farm, and she feels just a little threatned. Is her place about to be taken by this new girl? And what does this mean for Meg? Will she and Tia be able to call each other friend and how will this change Meg?

This is truly a wonderful story about growing up. Meg is not your typical teenager in some ways, and in others she is like every teenager walking the earth. Ms. Byrd has truly captured the angst that everyone feels when put in a new situation that's not familiar or expected. This is really a read that anyone can relate to regardless of age. Although this book does offer a lesson about acceptance and it's also a story of friendship and the precious gift that it offers. This is one author that truly entertains as she teaches. In other words this a read you won't want to miss.

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island girl
THIS IS THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ.I THINK THIS IS A GREAT BOOK FOR KIDS.IF I WHERE YOU I WOULD READ THIS BOOK.YOU WILL LOVE IT,I MEAN LOVE IT.YOU NEED TO READ IT NOW!ITS THAT GOOD.

This book is very good!!!!!!!
Island Girl by Sandra Byrd emphasizes the importance of friendship and thinking of others before yourself. It is a very refreshing fictional story filled with valuable messages, encouragement, and girl-fun!!!! I highly recommend this book!!!!!