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The Secret Language of Girls
by Frances O'Roark Dowell
ISBN: 0689844212
ISBN-13: 9780689844218
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
As they grow older, the lifelong friendship of two 11-year-old girls named Marylin and Kate grows more and more strained. Kate feels hurt that Marylin has seemingly abandoned her for a more popular group of friends, while Marylin is starting to think that Kate is a bit on the childish side. Will the girls' friendship be able to survive this rough patch, or will they grow away from each other forever?
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"Girls will recognize their own dilemmas here and feel encouraged by the author's honest and sympathetic approach."
-- Publishers Weekly
"Both voices in this dual-perspective novel are distinct and natural; though the trials and traumas of friendship are well-worn ground, the dexterity and compassion with which this version is written and the fact that the girls do find believable, brave ways to step out of their externally defined roles make it a literary journey worth taking." -- Timnah Card
-- Bulletin of the Center for Children\'s Books
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Published date: 2004
Size: 5.25 x 7.5 inches
Weight: 0.6 pounds
Ages: 4 to 6
Synopses
Marylin and Kate have been friends since nursery school, but when Marylin becomes a middle school cheerleader and Kate begins to develop other interests, their relationship is put to the test.
Publisher's Notes
When best friend Kate and Marylin find themselves going down different paths in life, their friendship comes to an abrupt halt, but when they begin to miss one another, neither of the girls seem to know exactly how to repair the damage that has been done.
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The Secret Language of Girls
Frances O'Roark Dowell
A nice ex-library copy. Gently used. All pages and cover clear except for a few library markings. Mylar over dustjacket. Binding solid and tight. No creases. Purchasing this item supports the Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation. ( more information) Offered by Once Sold Tales (United States)
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Atheneum. Used - Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers! Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
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The Secret Language Of Girls (Qty: 30)
Frances O'Roark Dowell
Atheneum, 04-May-2004. Hardcover. REMAINDER. May contain remainder marks. Over 4 million customers served. Order now. Selling books online since 1995. Few left in stock - order soon. Code: A20081003185229M ( more information) Offered by A1Books (United States)
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Dowell, Frances O'Roark
Riverside, New Jersey, U.S.A.: Simon & Schuster, 2004. AS NEW/AS NEW.. ISBN: 0689844212. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New/As New. CHILDREN FICTION FRIENDSHIP SCHOOLS JUVENILE. ( more information) Offered by Bedford Books (United States)
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New York: Atheneum, 2004 A fine, unread copy in a fine dust jacket, now in a clear plastic removable protective cover. In the third novel by the Edgar Award winning author of "Dovey Coe" and "Where I'd Like to Be", Dowell explores how far the bonds of true friendship can be stretched as the characters struggle to navigate the inexplicable terrain of sixth grade. SIGNED by the author on the title page. . Signed by Author. First Edition - First Printing. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Owlsnest BOoks (United States)
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