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In this light‑hearted children’s tale, two best friends discover they both have feelings for their new seventh‑grade classmates. Their budding affection strains their friendship as they try to keep their plans for the school costume party on track. The story blends the joys and challenges of growing up, exploring themes of friendship, crushes, and balancing personal feelings with shared goals.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Susan Saunders
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