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In "Merci Suarez Changes Gears," middle schooler Merci experiences a double whammy: a new school best friend, the Sunshine Buddy, draws the attention of her tough‑skinned classmate Edna Santos, whose jealousy turns Merci into the target of schoolyard drama. At home, Merci’s close bond with her grandfather Lolo is tested as he shows forgetfulness, mishaps, and unexplained temper flares, making family life feel unsteady. Together, the story explores the challenges of adolescence, navigating friendships, and the support found in multigenerational family ties.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Coming of Age/Childhood Coming of Age
Authors: Meg Medina
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