Adolescence can be tough, especially when you have a VERY demanding mother. From the author of Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, Judy Blume's classic novel, Deenie, deals with unrealistic beauty standards and the pressure to look perfect.
Deenie's mother has very strict ambitions for her daughters. Deenie is 13 years old and beautiful, but she herself doubts whether she wants to be a model. After being diagnosed with scoliosis, Deenie feels almost relieved, as she is freed from the pressure to meet her mother's expectations. However, she will have to wear an ugly and uncomfortable back brace for the next four years, and she is convinced that this will deprive her of a normal teenage life, including her developing relationship with Buddy Brader.
Pages: 176, Year of Publication: 0730, Dimensions: 13.2x13.2cm
