Black Licorice

Black Licorice by Elaina Battista-Parsons, published by Inked in Gray LLC on February 7, 2023, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the complexities of friendship and personal growth. With 324 pages, this edition presents a narrative centered on Freddi, who grapples with feelings of failure after her best friend needs her support. As she navigates the challenges of a new school and volunteer work, Freddi’s anxiety intensifies, leading her to confront her insecurities and the dynamics of her relationships.
Readers will find a story that delves into social themes relevant to young adults, particularly the struggles of girls and women in forming and maintaining friendships. As Freddi encounters Lorna, a potential new friend, she is pushed to face her fears, but the revelation of Lorna’s secret threatens to unravel their bond. This book presents a journey of self-discovery, as Freddi must ultimately decide whether to cling to her past or embrace the possibility of a new future.
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Freddi’s life is over. Her best-and only-friend needed her and she failed. After a series of bad decisions, Freddi is pulled out of music school and forced to prove herself, but a new school and volunteer work only add to her overwhelming anxiety. Freddi finds a potential new friend in Lorna, who forces her to face her insecurities head on, but Freddi isn’t ready to let go. When Freddi learns Lorna is keeping something from her, their friendship starts to crumble. Now Freddi must choose between chasing her past or rebuilding her future.
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