This book is #3 in a trilogy. I had to read it before #1 & #2 because of its ILL due date.
Nancy anticipates moving into the little silver house with her parents in May. The book, however, begins in February. From February through May, Nancy, her friends, and adults in her community assist her in discovering more information about the little silver house and its previous owners. Mysteries abound. Through letter writing and inquiring of adults in the area, Nancy and her friends discover interesting stories and piece together the tidbits for a delightful story.
Some inclusions that I liked-Alex can't walk and is confined to a wheelchair. He is not defined by his handicap. Nancy & Alex are homeschooled-before this method of schooling was popular.
I loved learning about the Swedish culture through the grandmother.
As I read this book, I pondered if children living now would appreciate this book. It does not address serious issues (except Alex has a back surgery, from which he could die.). Everything works out perfectly/predictably. Everyone is kind and good. The character development is somewhat flat. I enjoyed the story but am not sure how children born in this era will respond to it. Stories have changed. Our expectations have been trained to what is being published now.
This book is priced at $999.99 or $498 on Amazon!
-Borrowed via ILL
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