Publisher's Synopsis
The Adventures of Dude Remy with Turquoise Charlie told from the pickup truck's point of view, is a coming-of-age story. Abandoned and alone, Dude Remy finds himself in a barn at the family's farm. At his saddest moment, an unlikely occurrence: a new friendship is struck. This sequel is filled with action and adventure as Dude Remy and his new pal, Turquoise Charlie, experience rural living at its finest. Hauling heavy and dirty loads, Dude Remy is finally living the life he was built for. Leaving suburbia and its activities behind, Dude Remy can't help but miss the family he has grown to love. On a surprise visit, he is reunited with them, only to explore more country fun. Like the old days, but better because he has a friend of his own. Which lifestyle does he like better? Come along and see for yourself as Dude Remy and Turquoise Charlie explore all their new adventures together.
This sequel explores self-confidence, life changes, and learning to adapt to different surroundings. In a fun way, this series addresses the ever-evolving family dynamics as each child grows up and leaves home. Turquoise Charlie reminds us it's never too late to make new friends and explore new adventures. Dude Remy and Mom still share a special bond and parallel life journeys as they both continue to reinvent new roles for themselves as they age. This picture-book series is for all ages, as it provides a glimpse into many real-life stages.
