Books like Monsoon summer by Mitali Perkins
At fifteen, Jazz carries a secret love for her best friend and business partner, Steve, as they navigate the entrepreneurial world together. When her family heads to India for the monsoon season to help establish a clinic, Jazz must leave his side and confront her feelings in the midst of new cultural experiences and a blooming friendship.
This coming‑of‑age story explores the challenges of balancing love, friendship, and ambition while taking advantage of a unique opportunity to aid a vital community project.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Mitali Perkins
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