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New Friends tells the story of two young girls who find themselves in a strange town in Colorado. Facing unfamiliar surroundings and personal challenges, they learn to leave past differences behind. With the support of Dr. Michaela Quinn, they discover the true meaning of friendship as they explore the pioneering spirit of their frontier community.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Colleen O'Shaughnessy McKenna
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