Description: Turning Point by Paula ChaseHardcover – 2 December 2020 When being yourself isn't good enough, who should you be? Told in dual perspectives, this provocative and timely novel for middle-school readers by Paula Chase, the acclaimed author of So Done and Dough Boys, will resonate with fans of Jason Reynolds, Rebecca Stead, and Renée Watson. Best friends Rasheeda and Monique are both good girls. For Sheeda, that means keeping her friends close and following her deeply religious and strict aunt’s every rule. For Mo, that means not making waves in the prestigious and mostly White ballet intensive she’s been accepted to. But what happens when Sheeda catches the eye of Mo’s older brother, and the invisible racial barriers to Mo’s success as a ballerina turn out to be not so invisible What happens when you discover that being yourself isn’t good enough How do you fight back Paula Chase explores the complex and emotional issues that affect many young teens in this novel set in the same neighborhood as her acclaimed So Done and Dough Boys. Friendship, family, finding yourself, and standing your ground are the themes of this universal story that is perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds, Rebecca Stead, and Renée Watson. About the AuthorPaula Chase is the author of several books for teens. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a cheer-leading coach and in public relations for a tech company. She is the co-founder of The Brown Bookshelf, a site designed to increase awareness of African American voices writing for young readers. She is the author of So Done. Product detailsPublisher : HarperCollins US (2 December 2020)Language : EnglishHardcover : 384 pagesISBN-10 : 0062965662ISBN-13 : 9780062965660Reading age : 8 - 12 yearsDimensions : 13.97 x 3.07 x 20.96 cm
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Book Title: Turning Point
Narrative Type: Fiction
UPC: 9780062965660
Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers Inc
Original Language: English
Intended Audience: Ages 9-12, Young Adults, Adults
Publication Year: 2020
Type: Novel
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Item Height: 210mm
Author: Paula Chase
Genre: Children & Young Adults, Drama
Topic: Ballet, Family Life, Friendship
Item Width: 140mm
Item Weight: 454g
Number of Pages: 384 Pages