Banned Books, Crop Tops, and Other Bad Influences

Rose is a good girl. She listens to her parents and follows every rule. After all, rules are there for a reason . . . right? And adults always know best. Talia, the new girl from New York City, doesn’t think so.After only a week at school, Talia - who does what she wants, when she wants - is already making enemies.First on the list: Charlotte, Rose’s lifelong best friend. So why can’t Rose stop wondering what it would be like to be Talia’s friend? And why does Rose read a banned book that Talia recommends?Rose doesn’t know. But the forbidden book makes her ask questions she’s never thought of.When Talia suggests they start a banned books club, how can Rose say no?Pushing against her parents, her school, and even Charlotte opens a new world for Rose.But when Talia’s escapades become more scary than exciting, Rose must decide when it’s right to keep quiet and when it’s time to speak out.