Calvin Coconut: Hero of Hawaii

Young Calvin can’t say no to adventure, and readers looking for a fast-moving, action-filled story will want to check out Hero of Hawaii. Calvin is eagerly awaiting his sister’s birthday party, where he is planning on giving her the best gift ever. That is, until the big storm hits the islands and Calvin’s curiosity takes him to the center of all the action, where he must try and rescue his friend Willy from the raging storm waters. While Calvin is an expert at getting into sticky situations, his humor and good-natured ways make him a likable narrator. The fifth book in the Calvin Coconut series, readers will be left anticipating the next exciting installment. Recommended. For ages 7-10. ( )