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April Sinclair has always believed her first year of high school would be smooth, but it quickly turns into a whirlwind of emotions when a jealous best friend, fighting parents, and doubts about romance collide. Facing the usual teenage challenges, April must learn how to balance friendship, family, and newfound feelings. Through self‑reflection and the honest voice of a diary, she discovers that high school—like any new chapter—tends to surprise us in ways we never expect.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Laurie B. Friedman
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