Clara and Amos--their lives turned upside down by each other, their families, and the two meanest brothers in town--discover that honesty may be the answer, but hard to find. In this emotionally compelling and suspenseful young adult novel, Laura and Tom McNeal present a searingly accurate look at life in ninth grade--where thrills, heartbreak, and intimidation can take place at a locker, in the lunchroom, or in a bathroom stall.
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Clara and Amos--their lives turned upside down by each other, their families, and the two meanest brothers in town--discover that honesty may be the answer, but hard to find. In this emotionally compelling and suspenseful young adult novel, Laura and Tom McNeal present a searingly accurate look at life in ninth grade--where thrills, heartbreak, and intimidation can take place at a locker, in the lunchroom, or in a bathroom stall.
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I read this book about four years ago. I have reread it many times since then. The characters and story line of this book is just entrancing. This could easily be one of the best young adult fiction books ever written. Reading this book is like actually watching these people's lives go by. You know how Clara feels about Amos, and you know how Amos feels about her. You understand everything that goes on. It's just one of those unforgettable books that I would recommend to anyone of any age.
