Books like Bad Girls by Jacqueline Wilson
Mandy has endured years of bullying at school, until the confident and mischievous Tanya joins her circle. The two girls navigate friendship, courage, and the challenges of school life together, while Mandy’s mother fears Tanya’s influence might lead to more trouble.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jacqueline Wilson
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