Marilyn Sachs Knihy

The story revolves around Fran Ellen Smith, a fourth grader who finds solace in The Bears' House, a special place that offers her an escape from her troubled home life. As the term ends, Miss Thompson plans to give the house away to a student, leaving Fran Ellen anxious about her chances of winning it. The narrative explores themes of belonging, hope, and the challenges of childhood, highlighting Fran Ellen's emotional struggle and desire for a safe haven.

In the second of three books about a poor family living in the Bronx in the 1940’s, Laura, the older sister, has to cope with the pleasures and pains of going off to camp.

Angie entschuldigt sich versehentlich bei einem falschen Jim für ihr Verhalten. Peinlich berührt, entdeckt sie, dass sie gut mit ihm reden kann, doch er möchte sich nicht mit ihr treffen.

Eine amüsante Geschichte aus dem Leben eines Teenagers, angereichert mit originellen Charakteren und spannend erzählt: Imo, vierzehn Jahre alt, ist gerade von ihrem Freund verlassen worden und hat darüber hinaus unter ihrer chaotischen Familie zu leiden. Aber dann taucht Adam auf, ein geschiedener Mann mit Kind. Imo ist fasziniert und verliebt.

The story follows a young girl who relocates and must navigate the challenges of leaving her friends behind. She forms a bond with the most popular girl in her new class, raising questions about the sustainability of their friendship amidst social dynamics and personal growth. As they navigate the complexities of their relationship, themes of acceptance and the struggle for belonging emerge.

Set in the 1940s Bronx, this concluding installment of a series focuses on two sisters navigating complex emotions of envy, resentment, and love. As they confront their struggles within a challenging family environment, the story delves into the intricacies of sibling relationships and personal growth amidst adversity.

Set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied France, the story follows Nicole Nieman, who grapples with her Jewish identity amidst the chaos. As refugees flood her home, her family faces a harrowing decision about escaping to Switzerland. Tragedy strikes when Nicole returns from school to find her parents and sister missing, taken by the Nazis. Alone and in hiding, she must navigate her fears and uncertainty while clinging to hope of reuniting with her family.

Jeff, a high school senior, becomes obsessed with creating a new, beautiful, person out of an unhappy fat girl, but when she begins to think independently, he loses control of the situation.