After the Civil War, six orphan cousins find refuge and a home at their grandparents' farm in Maine. This collection of humorous, entertaining stories transports the reader to a time where hard work and problem-solving were the norm. I loved reading how resourceful and confident children were during this time period.
I was disappointed to learn that these stories were "quasi-autobiographical". They are based on some true events in C.A. Stephens's life. Despite this disappointment, I know that they accurately depict what rural life was like and what the mindset of the people was like during the late 19th century.
My ninth grader read this book last year. When he heard that I was finally reading it, he commented that he should reread it. I agree with him. It is a story I would read again!
*Highly recommend.
-I own this book.
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