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In "Little Plum," Rumer Godden follows the lives of two close friends, members of a small community, who are intrigued when a new girl moves in next door. The neighbors, both nine years old, quickly learn she shares their passion for Japanese dolls, and they endeavor to befriend her, navigating the excitement and challenges of new friendships.
First publish date: August 1, 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Rumer Godden
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