Reviewed by Kylie Buckley
Bella marvels over her beloved Grandad’s inventions and his special flair for
making amazing things out of junk and spare parts. One of Grandad’s most
intriguing creations is Bella’s bedroom, made from the wood of his treasured
old boat. This upgrade gives the house a life of its own and the ability to
sail. Bella’s house often sets off at night to enjoy the water while the family
are asleep, returning safely to its seaside spot by sunrise.
Grandad’s birthday is coming up and Bella wants to make it special, starting
with the perfect gift. But what do you give someone who has the ability to make
anything they want? Bella has a priceless idea but it involves captaining the
house on a special voyage, without her parents’ permission. Despite the love in
her heart, the expedition quickly goes awry and her good intentions become all
but useless stranded in the middle of the ocean.
Bella and the Voyaging House is the sequel to the CBCA notable book Bella
and the Wandering House. It is a junior fiction novel that would suit
readers aged 6+ years old, who enjoy imaginative tales. Monochrome sketches
scattered throughout the book break up the pages of text for young readers and
help them to visualise the creative concepts. This book tells a quirky story
about a house with the ability to stroll down to the beach to sail, but
ultimately portrays a precious relationship between a grandfather and
granddaughter.
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