OLDER FICTION
(3) YA Good girl Stella Chavez, who takes school seriously and helps her single mom care for their family, befriends the beautiful and beguiling Ruby Caroline, whose wild ways mark her as a "bad girl." Though both girls struggle with a variety of common problem-novel concerns, the author's thoughtful and nonjudgmental approach creates an engaging, authentic portrayal of female friendship.

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