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Tai and Mila, two longtime best friends, have been kept apart by a summer break and the challenges of middle school. Now reunited, they must navigate the expectations of the new talented‑and‑gifted program, the looming dance auditions, and the secrets that threaten to split their friendship. Their story explores the complexities of growing up, supporting a friend through change, and the confidence needed to step into adolescence together.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Paula Chase
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