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In this graphic memoir, Newbery Honor winner Shannon Hale and bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham chart the ups and downs of teenage friendships. When Shannon’s childhood best friend Adrienne becomes drawn into the popular clique known as The Group, Shannon must navigate jealousy, the threat of bullying, and the thin line between belonging and staying true to herself. Through engaging artwork and honest dialogue, the story explores loyalty, courage, and the challenge of finding genuine friendship in high school.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Memoir
Authors: Shannon Hale
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