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THE HOUSE SWAP

Yvette Clark

The Parent Trap meets The Holiday in this heartwarming and funny story of two girls, one American and one British, who become friends and confidantes when their families swap houses, from the acclaimed author of Glitter Gets Everywhere.
Allie is British and dreams of being a spy. Sage is an only child from sunny California. They meet when their families swap houses for the summer.
Though they're polar opposites, Allie and Sage quickly realize that they're both dealing with family issues - Sage's parents may be on the brink of divorce, and Allie's struggling to feel heard in her big family. It may take a trip around the world for them to find their place at home.

This sweet and emotional story is told in alternating chapters from each girl's point of view, offering two unique perspectives on family and belonging.
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Published 2023-07-01 by HarperCollins Children's Books

Comments

A charming novel positioned as The Parent Trap meets The Holiday about life's surprises as well as the trials and rewards of family life. --Publishers Weekly

A strong, heartwarming coming-of-age tale... will warm readers' hearts. -- School Library Journal

A tender story of two girls navigating complicated family lives and two poignant storylines that illustrate the value of learning to have hard conversations. -- Kirkus Reviews