Name: Coco Caramel (TCBG #4)
Author: Cathy Cassidy
Publisher: Puffin/Penguin
Date published: 6th June 2013
Pages: 263
Source: For review (from publisher)
Rating: 5 teacups
I have a fervent belief that you can never grow too old for a Cathy Cassidy book. Or maybe I just don't want to. Either way, I'm sure you'll agree with me once you've read the latest instalment in her Chocolate Box Girls series.
There is something special about the way Cathy weaves in important issues to create a delightfully sweet concoction of adventure, young love, growing up and the unwavering idea that anything is possible.
Coco is the youngest of the Tanberry sisters and one of my favourites. She's feisty and spirited and has a determination I can only dream of! She has such passion for doing right by her family and and always at the best intentions at heart. I especially enjoyed her naivete - it was a fresh reprieve from the pressures of real life.
The plot itself was delightfully spun and really showed off Coco at her best. It was sweet and daring - everything Coco encompasses really. There was a little romance swirled in to the mix too, which was very innocent and tentative. I just love it when the secretive, moody guy reveals a different side: a kinder and softer one.
Overall, Coco Caramel is a wonderful, light read perfect for lazy days in the sun. It explores the journey of growing up and encourages you to reach for the stars and that nothing is impossible as long as you put your heart to it.
Coco may be the youngest of the five Tanberry girls, but she can be as tough as her big sister Honey and as determined as either of the twins, Summer and Skye. Coco is always trying to save someone, whether it's the giant panda, a bullied boy or her favourite pony.
If only Lawrie, the moodiest guy in the school, would stop getting in her way, things would be fine. But has Coco bitten off more than she can chew this time?
Beverley's Review
I have a fervent belief that you can never grow too old for a Cathy Cassidy book. Or maybe I just don't want to. Either way, I'm sure you'll agree with me once you've read the latest instalment in her Chocolate Box Girls series.
There is something special about the way Cathy weaves in important issues to create a delightfully sweet concoction of adventure, young love, growing up and the unwavering idea that anything is possible.
Coco is the youngest of the Tanberry sisters and one of my favourites. She's feisty and spirited and has a determination I can only dream of! She has such passion for doing right by her family and and always at the best intentions at heart. I especially enjoyed her naivete - it was a fresh reprieve from the pressures of real life.
The plot itself was delightfully spun and really showed off Coco at her best. It was sweet and daring - everything Coco encompasses really. There was a little romance swirled in to the mix too, which was very innocent and tentative. I just love it when the secretive, moody guy reveals a different side: a kinder and softer one.
Overall, Coco Caramel is a wonderful, light read perfect for lazy days in the sun. It explores the journey of growing up and encourages you to reach for the stars and that nothing is impossible as long as you put your heart to it.
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| 5 Teacups for Coco Caramel! *Thanks to Penguin for the review copy!* Happy reading, Beverley xxx |
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I admit I haven't heard of this book before, but it definitely sounds like such a super cute read. Great review!
ReplyDeleteawww, I completely agree! you can NEVER grow too old for a Cassidy book! I think I have read maybe the first and second books in this series but now I really want to make sure and read them all. Coco sounds like a great protagonist!
ReplyDelete- Juhina @ Maji Bookshelf
I'm thinking this series would be perfect for lounging next to a swimming pool with! Or even just sunbathing in your garden for that matter!
ReplyDeleteCoco sounds like an incredible girl - really admirable too! I also love it when an author can show the naïveté of a young MC yet still not make the book too childish.
Great review! :D
I've only read the Short Story available for World Book Day but since then, I've wanted to begin the whole series. I've read a couple of Cassidy's books and loved them all so, I can't wait to get my head stuck into these!
ReplyDeleteFab review!
-Sophie x
This book seems like the PERFECT one to read outside, as it is summer. I can just see myself being whirled away by the fun-ness of this book for a few hours. I love how fun it is, although it does seem to touch on a few key issues. The MC sounds like a character I would love to pieces, with her fiestiness and all. And the plot, with a smidge of romance, seems to be perfectly concocted as well.
ReplyDeleteLovely review, Bev! I think I'll have to pick this one up soon, this summer. <3
I haven't read anything by Cathy Cassidy before but it sounds like the perfect kind of reads that I love to read when I just want a fun, light read for a rainy day! :) Great review, doll!
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with you- I think I'll read anything that Cathy Cassidy writes! I love the Chocolate Box Girls series and can't wait to read this one. Glad you liked it so much! :)
ReplyDeleteI totally agree, I'm 13 and still love Cathy Cassidy books :) She's amazing, her writing style is awesome and her characters and stories are so relatable! I love the Chocolate Box series and have pre-ordered my copy of Coco Caramel, woo :D
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so cute and I adore the cover! I haven't heard of the author or her books but I want to read them now :)
ReplyDeleteI totally love Cathy Cassidy too. I got the first book from a school sale and since then I have bought every single one! Your the best Cathy Cassidy :D
ReplyDeletei never heard of this book before... but it souds really great.. i got to check it out :D
ReplyDeletelots of love :*