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What if—Everyone Knew Your Name? follows sixteen‑year‑old Haley as she prepares for her first day as a sophomore at Hillsdale High. Swamped by wardrobe concerns, a documentary‑filming father, and the buzz of high school life, Haley struggles to find the right outfit and the confidence to face her peers. Along the way, she learns to navigate the pressures of her school environment and the evolving dynamics of hometown friendships. The novel captures the awkward, humorous, and touching moments of adolescence with authenticity.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Liz Ruckdeschel
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