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Chris Ramirez arrives at summer camp eager to reunite with Maggie, her best friend from the previous season. She is also excited to introduce Devon, a friend from home who shares a different outlook and energy. When Devin and Maggie meet, their contrasting personalities ignite instant tension, leaving Chris caught between two worlds. Throughout the summer, the trio faces challenges that test their bonds—balancing friendship, competition, and the spirited atmosphere of camp life. Chris must decide whether she can maintain friendship with both Maggie and Devon, or if the strains will drive her two cherished friends apart.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Katy Grant
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