Books like Loners by Nancy Garden
Paul, a high‑school senior, initially sees Jenny as another eccentric student, a fellow loner searching for a place in the world. As their friendship deepens, Paul learns that Jenny faces more profound challenges, forcing him to confront his own perceptions of identity and acceptance. The novel explores adolescence, friendship, and the hidden battles that young people often keep to themselves.
First publish date: 1972
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Nancy Garden
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