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When their father dies unexpectedly, three sisters from Philadelphia find themselves pulled into an emotional journey of loss and resilience. The story follows their struggle to cope with bereavement while reexamining their friendships, personal dreams, and the intricate bonds that unite themβboth with each other and their late father. The novel explores themes of grief, family expectations, and the pressures of adolescence, set against the backdrop of everyday life, including school, softball, and driving.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Maureen Johnson
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