How to Be a Girl in the World

Category: Book
By (author): Carter, Caela
Subject:  JUVENILE FICTION / Age 10-14
  JUVENILE FICTION / Girls & Women
  JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Adolescence
  JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
Audience: children/juvenile
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: August 2020
Format: Book-hardcover
Pages: 304
Size: 8.25in x 5.50in x 1.01in
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From The Publisher*

From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Laurel Snyder, or Ali Benjamin!

Lydia hasn't felt comfortable in her own skin since the boys at her school started commenting on the way she looks in her uniform. Her cousin and friends think she should be flattered, but the boys-and sometimes her mom's boyfriend, Jeremy-make Lydia uncomfortable and confused. Even more confusing is when Jeremy hovers too close and hugs a little too long.

Then her mom surprises her by buying a dilapidated house in their neighborhood. Lydia hopes to find a little bit of magic in their new home. But just like the adults in her life, and God, and her friends, the magic Lydia deeply believes in eventually loses its power to keep her safe.

And as seventh grade begins, Lydia wonders: Is there a secret to figuring out how to be a girl in the world?

Review Quote*"An unflinching, unputdownable story. Heartbreaking and ultimately empowering, this book should be read by every kid as well as the adults who care about them." 
Review Quote*"Timely, brave, and bold. A necessary book for readers of all ages. Impossible to put down and impossible to stop thinking about, this book is more  than special-it is vital. Readers will feel seen and heard-the truest gift a book can give us."