In alternating chapters, two teenagers describe how their feelings about themselves, each other, and their families have changed over the years.

Liz says:

“What seems like a very simple story at first ends up being an amazingly insightful book. Below the surface there are several side stories that uncover deep feelings and emotions. In addition to Bryce and Julie learning about their feelings for each other, the reader is shown what is really going on in their lives. There are some heartbreaking scenes (with Julie’s uncle) and some hilarious scenes (with chickens and more…).”

While living with her uncle in a house haunted by the ghost of a young woman, recently orphaned Judith Sparrow wonders if her one small transgression causes mysterious happenings.

Liz says:

“When I first started to read this, I never imagined that I would actually get scared, but I did! You have been warned.”

A twelve-year-old girl learns about friendship, first loves, and self-worth in a small town in the South.

Liz says:

“Starting middle school can be tough enough without your best friend ditching you but this is unfortunately what happens to Shug (short for her nickname, Sugar). She is an amazingly lovable, resilient character. I’m hoping for a sequel and the ending leads me to believe there just might be one. 6th and 7th grade girls will love this.” (Similar reads: Sixth-Grade Glommers, Norks and Me and Being Bindy.)

Allie Kimball discovers that middle school is a very different place than fifth grade and struggles to learn ways to fit in.

Liz says:

“Follow Allie’s journey as she navigates middle school on her own. Her lifelong friend abandons her but not to worry Allie is going to be more than just okay in the end!” (Similar reads: Shug and Being Bindy.)