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Kate’s birthday is fast approaching and her close group of sleep‑over friends—Lauren, Stephanie, and Patti—decide to surprise her with a special party. They juggle secrets, plans, and the challenge of keeping Kate unaware while simultaneously working to keep the event organized. As the day unfolds, their focus on logistics and hidden messages slowly pushes Kate to the margins of their preparations, causing her to feel overlooked and ultimately irritated. Faced with the unintended consequences of their surprise, the friends must reassess whether the party is truly a celebration or a source of additional stress for their beloved friend.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Susan Saunders
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