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Sylvie and Carl have been inseparable since childhood, sharing food, family, and a secret glass‑hut fantasy world. Now, adolescence introduces new friends and complex emotions—Carl’s growing attraction to his new friend Paul and Sylvie’s desire for a future together. Tension rises when a spin‑the‑bottle game forces Carl to confront his feelings, leaving Sylvie uncertain about their future.
This quietly powerful coming‑of‑age story explores the fragile boundaries of friendship, first love, and identity, offering sensitive insight into teenage relationships and the early stages of sexual discovery.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Coming of Age/Young Adult Coming of Age
Authors: Jacqueline Wilson
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