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Squidge is thrilled when his new boyfriend Lia challenges him to a game of truth or dare, and he declares he will always be honest with her. But his plans become complicated when a local film crew arrives, and his dream of working on a movie comes true. The teenage star Savannah takes an interest in him and brings Squidge into the spotlight as her personal runner, creating tension between keeping his promise to Lia and thriving in this new, glamorous environment.
The story explores themes of friendship, honesty, and the challenges of new relationships set against the backdrop of the motion picture industry. Squidge navigates the demands of a budding career while striving to maintain the trust he has pledged to his girlfriend.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Cathy Hopkins
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