Sister Trouble

Linda Chapman ∙ Illustrated by Kim Barnes

Paperback

Published on Sep 8, 2026 | 160 Pages

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Ebook

Published on Sep 8, 2026 | 160 Pages

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Grades 1–4
Ages 6–9

In the 15th installment of the Star Friends series, Lexi and her younger sister, Lily, are determined to outperform each other to win a baking competition. But when the sibling rivalry gets out of hand, the Star Friends suspect dark magic has invaded Westport....

Lexi and her younger sister, Lily, are constantly in competition with each other. They both are determined to win a spot on a junior baking TV show, and even when Mia has a troubling vision about their beloved town, Lexi refuses to let it distract her. But when all her practice baking goes wrong, and the sibling rivalry with her sister reaches troublesome new heights, Lexi and the other Star Friends wonder if dark magic has invaded Westport…. With black-and-white illustrations throughout.

In the Star Friends chapter book series, Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, Violet, and new friend Maddie all discover that they are Star Friends—they can communicate with the animals that have traveled from the Star World. The animals show the girls how to use their unique magic abilities to do good. A whole world of magical adventures awaits!

Gr 1-4–This long-running fantasy series continues to blend real-world middle school dynamics with high-stakes forest magic. In this 15th installment, the plot centers on a tense baking competition fueled by sibling rivalry between sisters Lexi and Lily, which takes a sinister turn when the Star Friends discover dark magic has reinvaded their town. For readers jumping mid-series, the opening chapter summarizes past adventures and defines the magical lore of the Star Animals. The characters present with a wholesome, lower-elementary maturity that perfectly suits the targeted audience. Barnes’s prominent black-and-white illustrations and a generous font size provide an inviting layout that builds reading stamina. The story wraps up with a thrilling cliffhanger that guarantees readers will eagerly await the next in the series. VERDICT Full of mystery, accessible magic, and relatable friendship lessons, this delightful continuation is a strong choice for newly independent readers.—School Library Journal

ISBN 9781664341210 (Paperback)
Published on Sep 8, 2026
Published by Tiger Tales
Pages 160
Dimensions 5-1/4 x 8
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4

ISBN 9781664391086 (Ebook)
Published on Sep 8, 2026
Published by Tiger Tales
Pages 160
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4

Linda Chapman

Linda Chapman is the best-selling author of more than 200 books. When she’s not writing, Linda likes to ride, read, and visit schools and libraries to talk to people about writing.

Kim Barnes

Kim Barnes lives on the Isle of Wight, her childhood home, along with her fiancé and two children. Kim’s love of drawing began at a young age and has led her to a career in illustration, specializing in children’s illustration.