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In Plainville, the Enderson brothers—Scott, Chris, Otto, and Ryan—rule the local social scene, their strong bond seeming unbreakable. Their parents are often absent after long work hours, leaving the children to navigate the challenges of adolescence largely on their own. The youngest member, Alex, is the family's only daughter; she fights to carve her own identity while dealing with the shadow of her brothers’ notoriety. As one brother drifts into trouble, the family’s unity cracks, prompting revelations that force the parents to step in and remind everyone of the family's true leadership. Alex and her best friend Elaine struggle with the typical frustrations of youth, hoping one day to become a mature woman and find their place in a world where boys may like them. Will the Endersons overcome the strain and reunite as a close-knit family?
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Roz Monette
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