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Lisi Harrison
Alicia
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Part of "Clique Summer Collection" series
"Alicia" by Lisi Harrison is a young adult novel that follows the life of a 14-year-old girl who is uprooted from her life in the city and transplanted to a small town in California. Alicia is a relatable and authentic protagonist who must navigate the challenges of making new friends, fitting in at a new school, and dealing with the pressures of growing up. The story is set in the fictional town of Corte Madera, where Alicia and her family move after her father loses his job. Alicia is immediately struck by the superficiality of her new classmates, who seem more interested in designer labels and popularity than in genuine friendship. Despite her initial reservations, Alicia is determined to make a good impression and quickly befriends a group of popular girls. However, as Alicia becomes more involved in the social scene at her new school, she begins to realize that the popular girls are not as perfect as they seem. She witnesses their pettiness, cruelty, and insecurity, and begins to question whether their friendship is worth the price of her own self-respect. Throughout the novel, Alicia learns important lessons about the value of authenticity, the importance of standing up for oneself, and the dangers of trying to fit in at any cost. Harrison's writing is engaging and relatable, and she captures the voice of a teenage girl with authenticity and nuance. "Alicia" is a coming-of-age story that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider. It is a thought-provoking and ultimately uplifting novel that explores the complexities of friendship, identity, and self-worth. Readers will root for Alicia as she learns to stand up for herself and embrace her true self, even in the face of adversity...
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