Books like Fair-weather friends by ReShonda Tate Billingsley
In a high‑school setting, members of Good Girlz—an inclusive community service group—struggle as racism divides their friendships. The story explores how the girls, both African American and Hispanic American, let Christian values and mutual respect guide them toward change, showing that while societal biases may persist, personal transformation can make a difference.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: ReShonda Tate Billingsley
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