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The first day of school brings continued animosity and intolerance between four fifth-grade students. Jezebel the class bully, Deb the knowledgeable, Soph the wise, and Mari the deceptive are assigned to work together as a team on a class project for the whole day. A sudden act of terror in the school forces the four to seek safety, and in so doing, they face the underlying truths that have defined their lives. As each girl slowly processes that truth, illumination and healing occur, allowing the four to reconcile in growing acceptance and understanding. A masterful blend of fiction and reality makes this a must-read for any age.