In the summer of 1958, Ruth Robb moves from New York City to Atlanta. She quickly realizes she can be either Jewish or popular, but not both. To fit in with the "pastel posse," Ruth hides her religion and starts dating the charming Davis. Meanwhile, at temple, she meets Max, who is passionate about social justice. Caught between two worlds, Ruth faces a tough choice when a violent hate crime forces her to decide between her new life and standing up for her beliefs.
In the summer of 1958, Ruth Robb moves from New York City to Atlanta. She quickly realizes she can be either Jewish or popular, but not both. To fit in with the "pastel posse," Ruth hides her religion and starts dating the charming Davis. Meanwhile, at temple, she meets Max, who is passionate about social justice. Caught between two worlds, Ruth faces a tough choice when a violent hate crime forces her to decide between her new life and standing up for her beliefs.
Hardcover
April 9, 2019
320 pages
Algonquin Young Readers
978-1616208608
