GALE DATABASES
Twelve-year-old Marlee begins middle school in 1958 Little Rock feeling overwhelmed, but her life changes when she meets Liz, a bold and confident new girl who embodies everything Marlee aspires to be. However, when Liz abruptly leaves school, Marlee is determined to reconnect, valuing their friendship over societal pressures. Together, they bravely confront the challenges of segregation and the potential dangers their bond poses to their families.
Other books by Kristin Levine: The Thing I'm Most Afraid Of, The Jigsaw Jungle, The Paper Cowboy, The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had