Jesse Tate is a vivacious 13-year-old girl trying to cope with life while keeping a family secret. She struggles to be part of the 'in crowd' and the weird new feeling that boys really aren't that dumb, all while going to church and keeping her grades up. It's a lot for anyone to handle. Now, the secret threatens her faith, friendships, and family. She must search for the things that are really important to her. Along the way, she discovers the meaning of forgiveness.
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