Hardcover, 224 pages
English language
Published Feb. 1, 2010 by Graphix.
Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth, and what follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there’s still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends who turn out to be not so friendly. This coming-of-age true story is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever been in middle school, and especially those who have ever had a bit of their own dental drama.
another sweet one from Telgemeier. reminded me so much of my daughter even though the main character is in grade 8/9.. braces, boys, finding her tribe. (although with all the graphics/text about caring for her teeth, I surprised dd didn't do a better job of it - she read this book 2 years ago, even before she got her own braces!)
