INTERMEDIATE FICTION
Blakemore, Megan Frazer

The Friendship Riddle

(2) 4-6 Almost-twelve-year-old Ruth finds a series of mysterious clues. She's eager to embark on a quest to solve the mystery, but former best friend Charlotte thinks Ruth should grow up. A spelling bee helps Ruth find like-minded friends who help her solve the puzzle. Blakemore addresses thornier aspects of middle school (from bra shopping to bullying) honestly; Ruth's relationships with her peers play as big a role as the riddle.

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