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When Tiny Lambert walks into Black Gap High School, she carries the weight of a troubled home life. Amidst the challenges of adolescence and high‑school dynamics, Tiny struggles to find confidence and support. The story takes a devastating turn when she becomes a victim of a violent assault by her stepfather, confronting her with the harsh reality of abuse and its impact on her mental and emotional well-being.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Ruth White
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