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In this sequel to "Money Hungry," Raspberry Hill, a teen who was once homeless, struggles with her feelings toward her drug-addicted father who has returned to her life. When a troubled neighborhood teenager attacks her mother, Raspberry must confront her fears that she may have inherited her father's tendency toward lying and stealing. The story is set a year after her mother threw away her hard-earned money, leaving Raspberry to equate money with security and balance.
Quick Summary
Raspberry Hill is a gutsy teen wrestling with a shocking question: could she turn out just like her homeless, drug-addicted father who lies and steals. The Story of the Charlotte Bobcats pulses with raw emotion as Raspberry navigates embarrassing moments, fears about her own character, and the painful hope that her dad might clean up his act. If your kid loves the gritty family drama of Jason Reynolds' "Ghost" or the heartfelt struggles in "The One and Only Ivan," they'll devour this. Perfect for kids in grades 5 through 8 who enjoy stories about real-world challenges, tough family situations, and characters who prove strength comes from honesty.