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On top of Concord Hill follows Caroline Quiner, a young girl nine years old when her family moves to a new home in the woods near Concord, Wisconsin. The story explores the challenges of adjusting to a new neighborhood and a stepfather. Caroline faces various issues, including dealing with her stepfather, her stepmother, and her younger brothers and sisters. The book delves into the themes of family, friendship, and the challenges of growing up, as Caroline tries to form her own identity and learn to navigate the complexities of her new life.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Maria D. Wilkes
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