It All Comes Down to This
Jul 2017 · Sold by HarperCollins
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It’s 1965, Los Angeles. All twelve-year-old Sophie wants to do is write her book, star in the community play, and hang out with her friend Jennifer. But she’s the new black kid in a nearly all-white neighborhood; her beloved sister, Lily, is going away to college soon; and her parents’ marriage is rocky. There’s also her family’s new, disapproving housekeeper to deal with. When riots erupt in nearby Watts and a friend is unfairly arrested, Sophie learns that life—and her own place in it—is even more complicated than she’d once thought.
Leavened with gentle humor, this story is perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia.
Leavened with gentle humor, this story is perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia.
What does it mean to grow up when the world around you is in turmoil?
- A Heartfelt Coming of Age Story: Twelve-year-old Sophie navigates her first year as a teenager, dealing with a changing family, a new neighborhood, and discovering her own place in a complex world.
- Vivid Historical Fiction: Step back into 1965 Los Angeles, a city on the brink of change, as a major historical event unfolds through the eyes of a young girl.
- Exploring Sisterhood: Sophie faces a lonely house as her beloved older sister, Lily, prepares for college, all while their parents' rocky marriage creates tension at home.
- Friendship and Belonging: As the first Black family on her block, Sophie must find her footing, from dealing with prejudiced neighbors to building a crucial friendship with the girl across the street.
It’s 1965, Los Angeles. All twelve-year-old Sophie wants to do is write her book, star in the community play, and hang out with her friend Jennifer. But she’s the new black kid in a nearly all-white neighborhood; her beloved sister, Lily, is going away to college soon; and her parents’ marriage i...
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Karen English is a Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winner and the author of It All Comes Down to This, a Kirkus Prize Finalist, as well as the Nikki and Deja and The Carver Chronicles series. Her novels have been praised for their accessible writing, authentic characters, and satisfying storylines. She is a former elementary school teacher and lives in Los Angeles, California.
Karen English is a Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winner and the author of It All Comes Down to This, a Kirkus Prize Finalist, as well as the Nikki and Deja and The Carver Chronicles series. Her novels have been praised for their accessible writing, authentic characters, and satisfying storylines...
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