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Sixteen-year-old Corrinne's comfortable New York City life is turned upside down when her father is laid off from his job, forcing her to leave behind her privileged lifestyle of shopping sprees, exclusive clubs, and her horse at the country club. She is sent to live with her grandparents in Broken Spoke, Texas, a small rural town far removed from the Manhattan world she knew. There, she must navigate a public high school and adjust to a completely different way of life.
Quick Summary
A Manhattan princess gets a reality check when her family moves to a tiny Texas town in this relatable tale of identity and belonging. Readers will root for Corinne as she trades designer clothes for cowboy boots, navigates small-town drama, and figures out who she really is outside her bubble. If your kid likes "The Princess Diaries" by Meg Cabot, they'll love this modern twist on finding yourself in an unexpected place. Ideal for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy coming-of-age stories with humor and heart.