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About The Book
Product Details
- Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books (June 15, 2010)
- Length: 256 pages
- ISBN13: 9781442403055
- Grades: 9 and up
- Ages: 14 - 99
- Lexile ® HL740 The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®
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Raves and Reviews
"An important book for young people about coming to terms with identity, prejudice, and family in a post-9/11 world. A touching portrait of a strong-willed daughter and her rebellious mother." -- Marina Budhos, author of Ask Me No Questions and Tell Us We're Home
"Everyone -- teens and adults alike -- should read this wise, warm story of family, friendship, tolerance, and finding out who you really are." -- Anjali Banerjee, author of Maya Running and Looking for Bapu
"Neesha Meminger writes with honesty, a big heart, and bold humor. I laughed, cried, learned, and related." -- Tanuja Desai Hidier, author of Born Confused
"I want to give this novel to every teen on the hunt for the unvarnished truth about her own story." -- Mitali Perkins, author of Secret Keeper
Awards and Honors
- CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book
- ALA Best Books for Young Adults Nominee
- NYPL Best Books for Teens
- ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults Nominee
- ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults - Top Ten
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