When haunting memories and the threat of violence push Charlie to the brink of despair, a strange new friend helps her find the strength and courage to face her tormentors and free herself from her in
"Carefully developed characters and setting bring this story to life... The intensity of [the bullies'] attitudes and actions rival the evil in Lord of the Flies, only in civilization, not removed from it.... The story is compelling and thought provoking.... A good choice for booktalking." --VOYA (Voice of Youth Advocates)
"Friel has penned a masterful portrait of children's torment of other children and the bleak emotional landscape of a desperate young teen.... An extraordinary tale about the power that bullies wield, a bit reminiscent of Cormier's Chocolate War." --Booklist
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Leveling Information
Accelerated Reader
AR Quiz#: 23065
AR Reading Level: 5.1
AR Points: 5
F&P (Fountas & Pinnell)
F&P Level: W
F&P Grade: 5-6
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Maeve Friel was born in Northern Ireland. She worked as a teacher, a translator, a secretary and a tour guide before taking up full time writing. Friel is the author of 19 books for children, including Charlie's Story, the Witch In Training series, and the Tiger Lily trilogy.
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