Review of Donny and Mary Grace's California Adventures

[Adigun Aishat]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Donny and Mary Grace's California Adventures" by Catherine A. Pepe.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In Catherine A. Pepe's Donny and Mary Grace's California Adventures, you'll read the intriguing story of the Miller family. An endearing family dealing with a difficult choice that may affect their future is the subject of this lovely narrative. When Mr. and Mrs. Miller receive a request from the church and the World Health Organization to travel on a two-year mission to Africa, their lives take an unexpected turn. They decide to divide the family temporarily, which is a difficult decision.

 While Mr. and Mrs. Miller visit Africa, Mary Grace and Donny remain in California with their grandparents to receive a top-notch education. Mary Grace finds it difficult to accept the adjustments and the things she must leave behind, particularly her parents, as the family says its final goodbyes. When Mary Grace and Donny started to experience bullying at school, the youngsters had a hard time adjusting to their new environment. 

The strong sibling affection shared by Mary Grace and Donny is one of the book's most notable features. Each character in the novel has a distinct role that is expertly crafted by author Catherine A. Pepe. The book's entire idea, promoting excellent values and constructive social behavior, is superbly handled. 

Nothing in this book is unappealing. From the first to the final page, I enjoyed reading the book. The fun experiences, like going to the zoo, playing marbles, seeing Lucky the penguin, fishing, eating Donny's Green Eggs and Ham, and others, made me smile like a child. I yearned for a childhood like Donny and Mary Grace's as a result. The author's method of consistently including new scenarios was appealing to me. As I read the book, I discovered no errors; it’s exceptionally well-edited. I'll rate it 5 out of 5 stars for its skillfully crafted design and splendid implementation. 

I heartily recommend this book to parents looking for an educational and interesting tale for their kids. There are insightful lessons in this book. This novel is engrossing and worth reading for kids and everyone who likes comforting tales.

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Donny and Mary Grace's California Adventures
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