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Grades 5-8
Since her father died, sixth grader Ella has grown used to being on the outside. She and her friend Z, whose father left when he was younger, are all the other needs. When new kid Bailey seeks her out, she feels a real bond with him. At the same time, this makes her feel disloyal to Z, knowing that she's his only friend at school. But Z is living more and more in a fantasy world, and Ella is in over her head when it comes to trying to help him with day-to-day survival. This is a wonder ...more
Since her father died, sixth grader Ella has grown used to being on the outside. She and her friend Z, whose father left when he was younger, are all the other needs. When new kid Bailey seeks her out, she feels a real bond with him. At the same time, this makes her feel disloyal to Z, knowing that she's his only friend at school. But Z is living more and more in a fantasy world, and Ella is in over her head when it comes to trying to help him with day-to-day survival. This is a wonder ...more
Apr 11, 2011
Cathy Blackler
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Michal Hope
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