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Valley Girls by Sarah Lemon is a heartfelt story that explores themes of friendship, identity, and resilience. It follows the journey of a young girl who moves to a new town and faces the challenge of fitting in while staying true to herself. Set against the vibrant backdrop of California, the story poignantly captures the complexities of growing up and finding one's place in the world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by stories of friendship, personal growth, and the complexities of adolescent life. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Southern California, it offers an engaging look into the challenges and adventures faced by teenagers, making it an appealing read for young readers who appreciate heartfelt and humorous narratives.

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Valley Girls

Point Break meets Wild in this story of sisterhood and adventure set against the backdrop of Yosemite

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When 17-year-old Rilla is busted for partying 24 hours into arriving in Yosemite National Park to live with her park ranger sister, it's a come-to-Jesus moment.

Determined to make up for her screw-up and create a stable new home for herself, Rilla charms her way into a tight-knit group of climbers. But Rilla can't help but be seduced by experiences she couldn't have imagined back home. She sets her sights on climbing El Capitan, one of the most challenging routes in Yosemite, and her summer becomes one harrowing and ecstatic experience after another: first climb, first fall two thousand feet in the air, first love. But becoming the person Rilla feels she was meant to be jeopardizes the reasons why she came to Yosemite - a bright new future and a second chance at sisterhood. When her family and her future are at odds, what will Rilla choose?

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Valley Girls by Sarah Lemon is praised for its coming-of-age and survival themes, drawing comparisons to Cheryl Strayed's Wild. The story is noted for its diverse characters, including a Muslim Pakistani woman and a Korean-American climber, and explores themes of economic diversity and self-awareness. Its appeal is likely strong among readers interested in climbing and personal growth narratives.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419729645

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 May 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Born and raised in the Appalachians, Sarah Nicole Lemon now lives and writes in her home in southern Maryland. She is also the author of Done Dirt Cheap, published in March 2017 by Amulet.

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