Like Other Girls
Published: 2021
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"Like Other Girls" by Britta Lundin follows the story of a teenage girl named Mara who is navigating the complexities of her identity and relationships. When she joins her high school's neurodivergent girls' support group, she begins to forge deep connections with her new friends, discovering the strength of their shared experiences. As she grapples with her own struggles and the pressures of fitting in, Mara learns the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance. The novel explores themes of friendship, belonging, and the fight against societal expectations, showcasing the power of embracing one's true self amidst challenges. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2021 by Disney .