This is a collection of the first three books in the Max E. James children's chapter series printed as a single paperback. Are you still searching for a funny chapter series to captivate your early reader? Is the boy in your life reluctant to read? It's probably the book.The story begins with Beach Bound, when Max and Cody take a trip to the beach and Max faces his bodyboarding fears. In Birthday Bash Part 1, Max and Cody can't wait for Max's birthday party to begin and this year he is determined to get his wish right. And in Birthday Bash Part 2, find out whether Max gets his one true birthday miracle.