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Mimi, an optimistic 15‑year‑old, reconciles with friends and enjoys life with her father in New York City. She looks forward to a better second term at the progressive Baldwin School, but unexpected financial twists at the school, her father’s new girlfriend, and budding romantic feelings complicate her plans.
Set in a New York high‑school environment, the story explores adolescent friendship, father‑daughter bonds, and the challenges of growing up amid changing relationships.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lauren Mechling
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