Pre-teen/YA Books from early 90s

[Ayshe]

I don't know if it fits, but the first description reminded me of book that was suggested in another thread: The Velvet Room

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Sasha, please separate this into two requests. One thread per book please, otherwise it gets very confusing.

Also we need you to put some plot detail into your header (title) which makes it easier on the people searching for your books.