Becky's Brainstorm

As the first book in the Twelve Candle's Club Series Becky's Brainstorm does a good job of setting the tone for those that will follow. Becky and her three friends; Tricia, Jess, and Cara; form an odd jobs club during summer vacation. Becky is desperate to earn enough money prevent her family from having to move to another state. Many hilarious hi-jinks follow and lead to a perfect conclusion. Schulte's theology is evident throughout the book as Becky is led to seek and trust in God for her future. Clearly aimed at 8-12 year old Evangelical girls this book succeeds at blending life and spirituality without becoming too preachy. The English level is excellent and obviously the author knows what she is doing in writing serial novels for this genre.

the first time i read this book i was becky's age. i understood where she was coming from and loved every minute i spent reading it. it hung onto every word and refused to put the book down. it taught me that when i wanted something, i needed to help make it happen, but it all took prayer.

This book is about 4 girls who start a club called the Twelve Candles Club.It all starts when Becky has a brainstorm just as she blows the candles out for her twelth birthday.All 4 girls get together and make posters and fliers to advertise that the club would be willing to babysit for other people.Just as the club gets business Beckys mom announces that they will be moving!The girls are desperate!Quickly they come up with a plan,and keep their fingers crossed!