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Madison’s life feels like a tightrope as she balances the demands of a new boyfriend, a new friend, and a part‑time job. With the support of friends and family, she discovers practical strategies for managing her time and emotions.
Through realistic challenges and heartfelt moments, the story explores how teenage girls navigate friendships, romance, and responsibilities, while learning to set boundaries and maintain independence. “All Shook Up” offers a relatable, motivational look at the complexities of youth life.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Laura Dower
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