Books like Haters by Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez
Pasquala Rumalda Quintana de Archuleta, nicknamed "Paski," begins her sophomore year at a Southern California high school, only to discover that the popular crowd, though diverse in ethnicity, share a common thread of cruelty. Paski attempts to stay focused on her love of mountain biking and to keep thoughts of the ultra‑hot Chris Cabrera at bay. Yet she is unsettled by Jessica Nguyen, the self‑appointed queen of the haters, who sets her sights on Paski and is determined to make her life difficult. The story follows Paski’s struggle to navigate social dynamics, maintain her passions, and confront an adversary with intense, malevolent energy.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez
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