Description

In this warm, sharply observed story, Jake and Lily navigate the shifting rules of friendship, family, and growing up as everyday moments—school days, small misunderstandings, and unexpected kindness—become the places where character is tested. As their bond is challenged by change and circumstance, they learn what it means to stand by someone, to tell the truth, and to see the world from another person’s point of view. With Spinelli’s signature blend of humor and heart, the book captures the emotional intensity of childhood and the quiet courage it takes to keep going when things don’t turn out as expected. Themes of loyalty, empathy, and resilience shine through a narrative that feels both intimate and universally relatable.

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paperback

HarperCollins Publishers

Published Jan 1, 2013

368 pages

ISBN: 9780064471985

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First Published

2013

Language

eng

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