Books like Whistle me home by Barbara Wersba
When handsome newcomer TJ moves to Sag Harbor, seventeen‑year‑old Noli feels as though she has finally found her soulmate. The two girls’ feelings deepen quickly, yet both harbor personal secrets that threaten to unravel their relationship. Set against a coming‑of‑age backdrop, the story explores friendship, self‑discovery and the challenges of growing up.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Coming of Age/Coming of Age Romance
Authors: Barbara Wersba
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