Deenie
Deenie by Judy Blume is a reissue published by Simon and Schuster on April 29, 2014, featuring 176 pages in English. This novel follows Deenie, a seventh grader whose aspirations are disrupted when she is diagnosed with scoliosis. While her mother envisions a glamorous future for her as a model, Deenie’s focus is on enjoying time with her friends and participating in typical adolescent activities, such as cheerleading and attending school events.
In this narrative, readers will explore Deenie’s journey as she navigates the challenges of her diagnosis, including the physical and emotional adjustments required by her new reality. The story addresses themes of health, self-esteem, and the complexities of adolescence, providing insight into the experiences of young girls facing societal expectations and personal struggles. This edition presents a classic tale with a contemporary look, inviting readers to engage with Deenie’s story of resilience and self-discovery.
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Scoliosis twists Deenie’s plans for seventh grade in this classic Judy Blume novel with a fresh new look.
Deenie’s mother wants her to be a model, with her face on magazine covers—maybe even in the movies—but Deenie wants to spend Saturdays with her friends Janet and Midge, tracking Harvey Grabowsky, the captain of the football team, around Woolworth’s. She wants to be a cheerleader, too, and go to the seventh-grade mixer to hear Buddy Brader play his drums.
Instead, Deenie is diagnosed with scoliosis. And that means body stockings to squeeze into, a roomful of strangers to face, and a terrifying brace that she’ll need to wear for years that goes from her neck to her hips. Suddenly Deenie has to cope with a kind of specialness that’s frightening—and might be hers forever.
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