Books like The Divorce Express by Paula Danziger
In this tender tale, a young girl feels the sting of her parents' divorce and struggles to adjust to their new lives. As she tries to accommodate herself, she also searches for a sense of belonging and identity. Set against the backdrop of modern New York, the story explores friendship, family challenges, and the resilience needed to move forward.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Family & Domestic Fiction/Marriage & Divorce Fiction
Authors: Paula Danziger
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