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Saturday Night follows five girls—Beth, Anne, Molly, Emily, and Kip—each with a distinct personality but a shared desire for the perfect afternoon at the Autumn Leaves Dance. For some, the night promises beauty; for others, danger, a secret revelation, or even love. As the day unfolds, their paths intersect, leading to moments that fulfill or defy their expectations. Unexpected surprises force each girl to confront new realities, ensuring that none of them will be the same after the dance.
First publish date: August 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Caroline B. Cooney
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