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Annabelle, a 6th‑grade student, finds herself juggling cliques at school during the autumn term. At home, her mother’s pre‑wedding jitters create added tension in the family. Meanwhile, a new stepbrother‑to‑be emerges, adding another layer of adjustment.
In the midst of these family dynamics, Annabelle confronts typical puberty milestones: her first bra and learning to shave her legs. The novel traces her emotional growth as she learns to navigate friendships, family expectations, and the shifting identity that comes with growing up in a California suburb.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Family & Domestic Fiction/Parenthood & Family Fiction
Authors: Leslie Margolis
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