Books like Carter's unfocused, one-track mind by Brent Crawford
Fifteen-year-old Will Carter navigates the awkward transitions of his sophomore year at Merrian High, facing challenges such as the return of Scary Terry and negotiations with Abby. His world is thrown into chaos when he considers transferring to a New York arts school. This novel captures the complexities of adolescence and the challenges of coming of age.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Brent Crawford
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