Having raised teenage girls myself, I thought the memoir How I Lost My Hair Raising Teenage Girls by Andrew McKinney would be a good summer read, and it certainly was. My girls are adults now, but this hilarious story brought back memories of the teenage years; I especially liked the summary of lessons learned at the end. The escapades of his two daughters and older son keep Andrew and his wife off balance, and I enjoyed the scenic descriptions during their chaotic trip to B.C. and Alberta. The way they handle a critical decision involving their most rebellious daughter, Jackie, surprised and delighted me. This book provides a road map and hope for all parents. I wish there was a sequel. Globe reader Helen Collins, Brampton, Ont.
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