Books like Those girls by Lauren Saft
Eleventh grade at Greencliff, an all‑girl school near Philadelphia, feels especially significant for best friends Alex, Mollie, and Veronica. As they navigate the teenage years, each girl keeps secrets—ranging from romantic relationships to struggles with eating disorders—undermining their once‑tight bond. The novel portrays how hidden truths test trust and reveal the complexities of friendship during high‑school life.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Lauren Saft
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