Books like Jessi and the Awful Secret by Ann M. Martin
In *Jessi and the Awful Secret*, teenage dancer Jessi discovers that her friend in the dance class is suffering from anorexia. Faced with this startling revelation, Jessi navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendships, and body image. The story follows her attempts to support her friend, raise awareness about eating disorders, and challenge the pressures of weight control that many young girls face today.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Ann M. Martin
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