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Description
During the summer after seventh grade, Cassie sees her close-knit family life in Bethany Beach, Delaware, changing drastically as her older sister has a baby, reveals the true nature of her husband, and announces the breakup of her marriage.
Quick Summary
Set against the sun-soaked dunes of a Delaware beach, this story watches a seventh-grader's perfect summer crumble when her sister announces a surprise pregnancy and a divorce in the same season. Kids will root for Cassie as she navigates the awkwardness of becoming an accidental aunt, deals with a mysterious new brother-in-law, and realizes that adults don't always have everything figured out either. If your kid loves heartfelt family dramas like "The One and Only Family" or books by Rebecca Stead, they'll be hooked. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who enjoy realistic fiction that feels like their own messy, complicated lives.