Books like Peter and Veronica by Marilyn Sachs
Peter, a twelve‑year‑old Jewish boy, forms a close friendship with his tomboy classmate Veronica. As their parents and several of Peter’s friends disapprove of the bond, he must decide whether to stand up for their friendship or give in to prejudice.
First publish date: April 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Marilyn Sachs
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