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Lily befriends a French boy, but the boy's sister hates Lily and will stop at nothing to get Lily out of her way. Book #14
Quick Summary
Lily's Passport to Paris grabs you with its bright snapshots of the City of Light and a plot that mixes a little mystery, plenty of humor, and a touch of sibling rivalry. When Lily lands in Paris, she meets a French boy who becomes a quick friend, but his older sister is determined to make Lily's stay miserable, using pranks and clever tricks that keep the tension funny rather than frightening. The story moves at a fast clip, making it a good choice for kids who love adventure but might be reluctant to tackle a longer novel, and the short chapters mean you can pick it up and put it down easily. There's a subtle dose of French culture woven in caf scenes, museum visits, and a few phrases that give readers a taste of the language without feeling like a lesson. Parents will appreciate that the conflict is mostly lighthearted, with no scary violence, just the kind of petty jealousy that many middle-graders recognize from their own lives. If you enjoy the mix of travel and peer drama found in "The Great Wall of Lucy" or the humor-driven friendships in the "Dory" series, you'll find this a fun, fast read.