Rosalind這個夏天選擇與朋友共度，而Skye、Jane、Batty和Jeffrey則前往緬因州投宿姨媽家──Skye意外成了「姊姊代表」，一個讓她和其他人都不太放心的安排。面對妹妹們的小危機、作家夢與初戀煩惱，再加上新鄰居與音樂才華初現的Batty，這個假期一點也不平靜。故事延續系列風格，以細膩筆觸描寫孩子眼中的責任、成長與親情，是一趟既熱鬧又溫暖的夏日旅程。This series of modern classics about the charming Penderwick family from National Book Award winner and New York Times bestseller Jeanne Birdsall is perfect for fans of Noel Streatfeild and Edward Eager. Over one million copies sold, now with a bright new look!When summer comes around, it's off to the beach for Rosalind . . . and off to Maine with Aunt Claire for the rest of the Penderwick girls, as well as their old friend, Jeffrey.That leaves Skye as OAP (oldest available Penderwick)—a terrifying notion for all, but for Skye especially. Things look good as they settle into their cozy cottage, with a rocky shore, enthusiastic seagulls, a just-right corner store, and a charming next-door neighbor. But can Skye hold it together long enough to figure out Rosalind's directions about not letting Batty explode
