The Laura Line
The Laura Line by Crystal Allen is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on June 7, 2016. This 352-page book is written in English and presents a humorous and heartfelt narrative centered around Laura Dyson, a girl navigating the challenges of acceptance and self-discovery. As she grapples with her desire to fit in at school and gain the attention of a popular classmate, Laura’s journey takes a turn when a field trip to her grandmother’s property reveals a historical connection to her family’s past.
Readers will find a story that explores themes of family, friendship, and social dynamics within the context of 19th-century America. The narrative highlights Laura’s internal conflict as she confronts her fears about being judged by her peers while also learning to appreciate the significance of her heritage. As Laura’s plans to avoid the field trip unravel, she must ultimately decide what matters most to her, making this tale both relatable and thought-provoking for young readers.
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A touching and funny story of one girl’s journey to discover where she came from and the unlimited possibilities of who she can become, from Crystal Allen, the acclaimed author of How Lamar’s Bad Prank Won a Bubba-Sized Trophy and The Magnificent Mya Tibbs: Spirit Week Showdown.
Laura Dyson wants two things in life: to be accepted by her classmates and to be noticed by ultracute baseball star Troy Bailey. But everyone at school teases her for being overweight, and Troy won’t give her a second glance. Until one day, their history teacher announces a field trip to the run-down slave shack on her grandmother’s property. Heck to the power of no way!
Her grandmother insists that it’s more than just an old shack; it’s a monument to the strong women in their family—the Laura Line. But Laura knows better: her classmates will never accept her once they see the shack. So she comes up with the perfect plan to get the trip canceled . . . but when a careless mistake puts the shack—and the Laura Line—in jeopardy, Laura must decide what’s truly important to her. Can Laura figure out how to get what she wants at school while also honoring her family’s past?
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