The House on Sunrise Lagoon: Sam Makes a Splash

Samantha Ali-O Connor is eleven years old and the only one of her siblings who is adopted. She and Harbor always compete to be the best Oldest Sibling, and she is determined to prove she is a real Ali-O Connor by taking over the family business. However, her mothers have been Serious Whispering about selling the business before summer's end, and Sam needs to come up with a plan quickly before Harbor finds out.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Workman Publishing

From an acclaimed author comes a cheerful, uplifting story of family and belonging, the first in a series perfect for fans of the Vanderbeekers and the Penderwicks.

If you want to get to know eleven-year-old Samantha Ali-O Connor, you need to know three things:

One, she isn't the only one of her siblings who is adopted, but she is the only one whose name isn't inspired by the ocean.

Two, she and Harbor always compete with each other to be the best Oldest Sibling—and just about everything else.

And three, she is determined to prove she's a real Ali-O Connor by taking over the family business, repairing and chartering boats.

Except there's a Capital-P Problem: Her mothers have been Serious Whispering about selling the business before summer's end! Sam needs to come up with a plan, quick, before Harbor finds out. And before Sam loses her chance to inherit the business and be an Ali-O Connor forever.

Samantha Ali-O Connor is an eleven-year-old girl who is adopted and has a unique name that isn't inspired by the ocean. She and her brother Harbor always compete with each other to be the best, and Samantha is determined to take over the family business of repairing and chartering boats. However, her mothers have been secretly discussing selling the business before the end of summer, and Samantha needs to come up with a plan to prevent this from happening.

Samantha is a clever and resourceful girl who is determined to prove herself to her family and her community. She has a passion for boats and is skilled at repairing and maintaining them. She also has a strong sense of loyalty and commitment to her family and their business.

As she works to come up with a plan to save the business, Samantha faces many challenges. She must navigate her complicated relationship with her brother, who is often competing with her for attention and recognition. She also must deal with her mothers' secret plans to sell the business and the pressure to prove herself to her family and her community.

Despite these challenges, Samantha remains optimistic and determined to succeed. She works tirelessly to repair and charter boats, and she uses her creativity and problem-solving skills to come up with innovative solutions to the problems she faces. She also seeks support from her friends and family, who believe in her and her abilities.

In the end, Samantha's plan to save the family business succeeds, and she is able to prove herself to her family and her community. She inherits the business and continues to run it with her brother, using her skills and passion to provide a valuable service to their community.

This story is a testament to the power of determination, creativity, and family. It shows that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to overcome challenges and achieve success. It also highlights the importance of loyalty and commitment to one's family and their business, and the value of pursuing one's passions and dreams.

In conclusion, "Samantha Ali-O Connor and the Capital-P Problem" is a charming and uplifting story that will appeal to fans of the Vanderbeekers and the Penderwicks. It is a story about family, belonging, and the power of determination. It is a story that reminds us that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to achieve success and make a positive impact on the world.

Weight: 185g
Dimension: 206 x 136 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781523523771