When Mom’s temper gets her grounded for a week by Dad, 13 year-old Reyia and her siblings, Reymund, 17, Rodney, 16, and Ryleigh, 4, learn it's not anything like what they thought it would be. They thought she’d apologize within the day . . . like they would have.

Mom’s stubbornness makes for one long week as they learn to fend for themselves. For this disciplining thing has released Mom from all her usual duties . . . cleaning, cooking, laundry . . . taking kids where they need to go—like to the stables for riding lessons and the horse show Saturday! Dad works most Saturdays and doesn’t have any interest in their horsey endeavors anyway.

All of Mom’s chores have landed on Reyia’s shoulders. Reyia who’s never boiled water in her life never mind cooked a meal, or tackled laundry, or cleaned more than her bedroom she shares with her little sister. Way before Saturday, Reyia’s fed up with juggling household chores along with the rest of her life.

How long will Mom hold out before she tires of solitary confinement? Doesn’t she care that Dad’s sleeping in his basement mancave?

Yes, Reyia’s biggest concern is that her parents could be breaking up . . .

Please, Mom . . . apologize!

With its lighthearted mix of humor, heart, and family chaos, The Disciplining of Mom is a touching story perfect for readers who love teen dilemma tales and heartfelt family dramas.