The Dear One - Hardcover

Woodson, Jacqueline

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0399239685 ISBN 13: 9780399239687

Publisher: Putnam Pub Group, 2004

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Having had her mother all to herself for most of her life, Feni’s perfect world is disrupted when Rebecca, the fifteen-year-old daughter of her mother’s friend, comes to live with them, but through time and patience, the two girls realize that they can benefit from one another if only they open themselves to the possibilities of a friendship. Simultaneous.

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"Woodson's deep understanding of and concern for the role of black women in society is evident as she eloquently introduces the reader to teenage pregnancy, alternate lifestyles and adoption in her moving, powerful story."

This is a strong, original, and life-affirming book. ("Kirkus Reviews ") Woodsonas deep understanding of and concern for the role of black women in society is evident as she eloquently introduces the reader to teenage pregnancy, alternate lifestyles and adoption in her moving, powerful story. ("Publishers Weekly")

About the Author:

Jacqueline Woodson�’s Hush was a National Book Award Nominee, and she won the Coretta Scott King Award for Miracle�’s Boys.

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