Books like Plague Year by Stephanie S. Tolan
"Plague Year" follows sixteen‑year‑old David as he navigates the social upheaval that begins when a scandal involving the new boy at his high school erupts. The novel explores themes of prejudice and the fragile dynamics of teenage friendships.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Stephanie S. Tolan
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