I read the American Girl historical series growing up (Kaya, Felicity, Josephina, Addy, Kirsten, Samantha, Kit, and Molly). This is one of the newer books featuring an American Girl Today (a specific girl/doll that is only available for one year). I thought that it was a decent read, the characters seemed a bit stereotypical, but I overall liked the plotline and how it encourages girls to stand up to bullies. The author added some nice touches here and there but overall I felt that this book was very average. Of course I probably would have more thoroughly enjoyed this book if I was in the target age range (ages 8-12) I have to say that I love this book because Audrey loved it. She likes Junie B. Jones and has read those on her own, but it is hard to get her to focus on and listen to an entire chapter book. We have started so many of my favorites as a child: the Boxcar Children, Ramona, Fudge, etc. and not completed them. Audrey listened, enjoyed and asked for more chapters every night. We are now well into the second book in the series. I have even tried reading her other American Girl doll books, like Samantha, which I think is great. This is the book that she liked.
What do You think about Chrissa (2009)?
This was the BEST book i eva read! I love the movie 2!!!I will read this 4 eva!!
—brianna
Your typical contrived American Girl story. But a good read for young girls.
—Sarah
Read with my daughter. Good story about how to deal with bullying.
—jnguyen0115
