Book Review…The Prince of Steel Pier by Stacy Nockowitz

My son and I have been on a reading marathon since the accident and we had a great time with this book!

Nobody in Joey's big Jewish family takes him seriously, so when Joey's Skee-Ball skills land him a job offer from a local mobster, he's thrilled to be treated like "one of the guys," and develops a crush on an older girl. Eventually disillusioned by the mob's bravado, and ashamed of his own dishonesty, Joey realizes where he really belongs. All it takes to get by is one's wits and a little help from one's brothers.

The story takes place in Atlantic City during the 70s and there are some great destinations. The story itself was great and the portrait that the author creates of a family is realistic. Joey is a great main character for the younger kids! We all went through that faze where we thought we were bigger and wiser than we actually were. It's a story full of honesty, hope and humor! Great story! Thank you Book Sparks and Stacy Nockowitz for sharing this wonderful story with my son and I!