Crystal Allen has written a novel for middle school readers that will take them on a journey of laughter, growing up, family and neighbors, and a 13 year old's first kiss. I laughed, cried and lived with Lamar's big, bad error and imagined his mom by his side, loving him no matter what. I applaud...
I already know that today may not be a good day. But I’ve made up my mind. I’ve got to tell Connie the truth. She’s got to know what I did, even if I have to ask someone else to tell her. And I’ve already figured out who can do that for me. There’s a really good reason why I’m not wearing braids ...