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"Eight Is Enough" follows Holly as she struggles to understand why her mother and stepfather are eager to welcome another child into an already large family. Facing family dynamics and the desire for change, Holly wonders if moving to California to live with her father might offer a new path.
Rich in themes of stepfamilies, sibling relationships, and the challenges of growing up amid a bustling household, the novel explores how a child navigates hope, uncertainty, and the pull of family ties.
Beverly Lewis delivers a relatable look at modern family life that resonates with readers who have experienced the joys and tensions of stepfamilies and large households.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Beverly Lewis
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