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Reviewed by Kayleigh Perumal for Readers' Favorite
Princess Meesa by Dr. Kindra Westercamp is a wholesome children’s story about what it means to be a real princess. Young Meesa lives with her mother, father, and ‘copycat’ sister. Meesa’s sister wants to be just like her, but Meesa knows that being royal is not only about being fabulous or dressing well. She does her best to always embody the true traits of a princess so that her sister can learn from her example. But when Meesa’s sister wrenches her tiara off her head, Meesa loses her temper and the two fight over it. Knowing a real princess apologizes for mistakes, she does the right thing and reconciles with her. Younger children will especially enjoy reading about Meesa’s adventures with her sister, and discovering how to become more princess-like with Meesa and her sister’s help!
Dr. Kindra Westercamp’s characters teach us to dream big and be true to ourselves while remembering to treat others with consideration, particularly those who admire us. Princess Meesa is a wonderful character, and those who have younger siblings will see a lot of themselves in her relationship with her sister. I enjoyed reading about Meesa’s family dining on lizards and spiders as children’s stories often overly humanize their animal characters. This tidbit of accuracy (meerkats eat reptiles and insects) is informative and unique. Josh Heilaman’s illustrations also bring Meesa’s story to life, including an adorable drawing of a hand-crafted recipe for being a princess. I highly recommend Princess Meesa to children who may be finding it difficult to manage their relationships with their siblings, and to those who enjoy tales centered on the heartwarming dynamics of family life.
