Perfect for fans of Star Fish and From the Desk of Zoe Washington, a nuanced middle grade from the author
of The Prettiest about two girlsâone "bad" and one "good"âwho join forces against book banning and
censorship.
Rose is a good girl. She listens to her parents and follows every rule. After all, theyâre there for a reasonâright?
And adults always know best.
Talia, the new girl from New York City, doesnât think so. After only a week at school, her bad reputation is already
making enemies. First on the list: Charlotte, Roseâs lifelong best friend.
So why canât Rose stop wondering what it would be like to be Taliaâs friend? And why does Rose read a banned
book that she recommends? Rose doesnât know. But the forbidden book makes her ask questions sheâs never
thought of in her life. When Talia suggests they start a banned book club, how can Rose say no?
Pushing against her parents, her school, and even Charlotte opens a new world for Rose. But when some of
Talia's escapades become more scary than exciting, Rose must decide when it's right to keep quiet and when
it's time to speak out.