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April struggles with the paradox of her own beauty—others see her as aloof or conceited, and she faces constant bullying and jealousy. In school, she grapples with self‑esteem, prejudice, and the pressure to conform. A chance encounter with Nick threatens to change her world, forcing her to confront her perceptions and the expectations of those around her. As her relationship with Nick deepens, the challenges of school life, friendships, and aspirations—such as Nick’s dream of the Naval Academy—test her resolve and force both of them to confront their own insecurities and the realities of being overlooked for their talents.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Elisabeth Ogilvie
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