I just spent the afternoon reading a promo copy of Eric Delabarre‘s juvenile fiction novel Saltwater Taffy (illustrator R. C.Nelson). I myself have loved books and reading since I was a little girl, and I enjoyed this one. Let me tell you a little about this treasure hunt set in the 1970′s in Port Townsend, Washington.
Salt Water Taffy‘s introductory chapters, “The Death of a Great Pirate” and “Barataria Bay” set the mood for the adventure of a lifetime. When five friends, Scott, older brother Gary, tomboy Jaq, inventor Ziggy, and underachiever Jimmy become drawn into the search for the gold of New Orleans pirate Jean Lafitte, they learn a lot about themselves and the people around them. Scott narrates the story of him as a thirteen-year-old growing and finding himself in the midst typical adolescent struggles, mischief, and baseball rivalry.
Scott learns more about what makes him tick when he is double crossed by false friend Harrison, ripped off by bully Tommy Osbourne and his thugs, and dissed by heartthrob Brandy Larson. He learns good lessons like sportsmanship, loss, and consequences when adults like Jensen’s Ice Cream Parlor owner Fatman, one-legged junk yard man Chevy Hergenrader, bully opposing team Coach Osborne, and creepy Old Man Sheesley add into the mix. In his quest for pirate booty, he makes judgments like
If you had one part of a treasure map, just how far would you go to solve the mystery?
What would you dare?
Who would you trust?
“NEVER, EVER, EVER GIVE UP,” is the point of Saltwater Taffy. Scott grows up as things become complicated and dangerous. Still good prevails and one story ends well leaving room for another….
Saltwater Taffy (ISBN 99780972357807), released in hardcover January 11, 2011, lists at $15.95. Its publisher is Seven Publishing. This book aimed at tween middle school readers is available in bookstores like Barnes & Noble and Borders, on ebook, and online at Amazon. Its 259 pages provide a good read, a Saltwater Taffy Treasure Hunt, and a writers’ contest opportunity at the site www.whatagreatbook.com.
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on Jan 26th, 2011 at 7:42 am
My children are at the age where they love to read books. My 4 year old pretends to read them by herself all the time, we would love to sit together and read this book!
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on Jan 26th, 2011 at 1:23 pm
I have only recently began reading chapter books to our 5-year old, one chapter per night before bed. Judging by your review and the really cool cover I think this might be a good one for my preschool pirate.
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on Jan 27th, 2011 at 7:15 am
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on Jan 28th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
Love this giveaway idea!!!! Hope you all love the story of Saltwater Taffy. I’m in Dallas today and have been touring for 2 solid weeks. SOOOOOOO ready to be home, but it’s one more signing today and then a BOYS & GIRLS CLUB of Dallas visit. Enjoy the read and GOOD LUCK!!!
Eric DelaBarre
Author: SALTWATER TAFFY
on Jan 28th, 2011 at 9:09 pm
HOnestly I love the name. Who doesn’t want to read a book named for candy, and here in Utah we know our Saltwater Taffy
on Jan 28th, 2011 at 9:31 pm
this seems like a great book for my nephew
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on Jan 29th, 2011 at 5:57 pm
My girls and I read together every evening. We love books with purpose and personal growth!! Your book sounds like a must read! I look forward to reading this book and experiencing another adventure with my daughters.
on Jan 30th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
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