Books About Sibling Rivalries

The Best Sibling Rivalries Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about sibling rivalries? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Sibling Rivalries

Chinese Cinderella
Sale price
$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1999

Chinese Cinderella

An unloved daughter battles family disdain in 1940s China, seeking love and triumph.

240 pages· 48,397 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 42,789 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1940s China, Adeline Yen Mah is deemed bad luck by her affluent family after her mother's death. As her father remarries, Adeline faces her stepmother's disdain while her step-siblings are pampered. Despite excelling in school, she yearns for familial love and acceptance. This memoir unfolds like a Cinderella tale, revealing Adeline's resilience and hope amidst adversity. Will she find the love she craves, or remain an outcast in her own home? Discover her journey of courage and triumph against the odds.
Making Waves
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

Making Waves

A girl meets the perfect boy on a cruise, then can't find him again.

160 pages· 27,332 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 23 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Emma's family cruise starts perfectly: on the first day she meets Justin, cute, smart and nice. But between drama with her twin stepsisters and new friends on board, she can't seem to find him anywhere, and he might skip the farewell dance. Will Emma get to talk to Justin before the trip ends?
Mack McGinn's Big Win
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2007

Mack McGinn's Big Win

In a family of champions, an eleven-year-old runner sets out to prove he is a winner too.

192 pages· 33,121 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 32 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Mack McGinn comes from a family of winners: a football-hero grandfather, a soccer-star dad and an older brother with a shelf full of trophies. Now at middle school, Mack is getting faster and taking tips from his best friend's dad, a top soccer coach. If he can stay focused on the track, avoid the creepy neighbor and survive his brother, he might make his family proud on Danville Day.
Molly: A Winning Spirit
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Molly: A Winning Spirit

A young girl rallies her community to keep hope alive during wartime.

136 pages· 24,360 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 167 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: In the midst of World War II, young Molly McIntire faces the absence of her father and the scarcity of holiday cheer. With her mother busy at the Red Cross, Molly's imagination becomes her greatest ally. She unites her friends for a school contest and crafts a memorable Christmas for her family. As she navigates the challenges of the home front, Molly's determination and creativity shine, proving that even in difficult times, one can make a difference. Will her efforts be enough to lift the spirits of those around her?
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