I’m sure all sorts of readers will feel connected to the Penderwicks. So much of this feels familiar to my own childhood! From the arguments to the rescues to the blunders, this book is so real to me. I grew up in a house of sisters, and I love all the memories that these books bring back for me! I find myself nodding and laughing as they had their MOPS (meetings of Penderwick Sisters), shared rooms, tried to sabotage their dad’s plans, and elected the OAP (oldest available Penderwick).What is it about Hound that makes me want a dog? I don’t even really like dogs!.But I would have loved a lot more from him! I have started the third book, and he’s back with the girls on summer vacation and I love it already! We only get a glimpse of Jeffrey in this novel via word of mouth mostly.It’s so fun to see them each experience different firsts and collaborate on all their big Penderwick plans. I love that we get to see the Penderwicks at home over a longer period of time.Seriously, I cannot speak highly enough of this series. I need to own the whole series and I’ve only read the first two (and started the third). They are about family, friendship, growing up, and righting your mistakes. Where have I been that I am just getting into this series now that there are 5 books?! These books are delightful, silly, and beautiful. I raved about the Penderwicks in my first review of the series. Today I am so excited to share a review of The Penderwicks on Gardam Street by Jeanne Birdsall.

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