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Set in modern New York, *Amy Dunn Quits School* follows the spirited eleven‑year‑old Amy as she defies her super‑busy mother’s schedules and curricula. Determined to chart her own path, Amy abandons school for a day and explores the city on her own terms.
The story explores the tension between structure and freedom, the challenges of growing up, and the complex bond between parent and child. It offers a young‑adult perspective that highlights the bittersweet journey toward independence.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Susan Shreve
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