Book Series · 3 Books

Friendship Dolls Books

In order from Ship of Dolls to Dolls of War.

The Friendship Dolls series is a set of 3 chapter books by Shirley Parenteau, published between 2014 and 2017. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 320 pages.

Ship of Dolls
Dolls of Hope
Dolls of War
Ship of Dolls
Dolls of Hope
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Ship of Dolls
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Ship of Dolls

By Shirley Parenteau, Kelly Murphy (Illustrator)

Can Lexie's letter win her a trip to reunite with her mother?

272 pages· 46,608 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
Hardcover
Summary: In 1926, eleven-year-old Lexie dreams of leaving her strict grandparents in Portland to reunite with her mother in San Francisco. Her chance lies in writing the best letter for a Friendship Doll exchange with Japan. But with a jealous classmate and her own fibs threatening her plans, can Lexie secure her ticket to the farewell ceremony and her mother? This historical tale of ambition and hope explores the power of words and the bonds of family.
The complete set

Friendship Dolls Series

3 books · Published 2014–2017

Ship of Dolls
Series
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$1699

Ship of Dolls

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Can Lexie's letter win her a trip to reunite with her mother?

Dolls of Hope
Series
Sale price
$1699

Dolls of Hope

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Can Chiyo protect the Friendship Doll and clear her name against a jealous rival?

Dolls of War
Series
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$1699

Dolls of War

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

War tests Macy's loyalty to a cherished Japanese doll. Will she choose friendship or country?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Friendship Dolls series?

There are 3 books in the Friendship Dolls series. It began with Ship of Dolls in 2014, and the newest book, Dolls of War, was published in 2017.

What ages are the Friendship Dolls books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Friendship Dolls to life.

01

Shirley Parenteau

Author
02

Kelly Murphy

Illustrator

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