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The Truth According to Blue

Eve Yohalem

Thirteen-year-old Blue Broen searches for a legendary ship laden with gold that sank centuries earlier as her ancestors traveled to New York. She hopes recovering this family treasure will let others see her as more than “Diabetes Girl.” Blue’s plans are challenged by a wealthy man and the unpleasant daughter of a celebrity. The adventure also involves friendship and Blue’s search for her own place in the world.

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Themes
Adventure · Friendship · Identity · Medicine And Health
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published
May 12, 2020
ISBN-13
9780316424417
Language
English
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