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Be Real, Macy Weaver
Eleven-year-old Macy Weaver knows relationships are complicated. Fresh off her latest friendship breakup, she's spent most of her summer break on her own. So when Macy's mother decides to go back to college three states away, Macy jumps on the chance to move--anything for a fresh start.
But Macy's new home isn't exactly what she expected. Her mother's never around and her dad's always working. Lonelier than ever, Macy sets her sights on finding a new best friend. When she meets Brynn, who's smart and kind and already seems to have her whole life figured out--down to her future as a high fashion model--Macy knows she's it. The only problem is that Brynn already has a BFF and, as everyone knows, you can only have one.
Resorting to old habits, Macy turns one small lie into a whole new life--full of fantastic fashion and haute couture--but it isn't long before everything really falls apart. Ultimately, Macy must determine how to make things right and be true to herself--rather than chasing after the person she thinks she's supposed to be.
Book Details
- Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
- Publish Date: Jul 12nd, 2022
- Pages: 384
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 8.30in - 5.90in - 1.30in - 1.10lb
- EAN: 9780593465721
- Recommended age: 08-12
- Categories: • Social Themes - Friendship• African American & Black• Family - Parents
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What people are saying
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“Wearing her lies was so much easier than actually speaking them.”—Lakita Wilson, Be Real, Macy Weaver
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Praise for this book
*"An earnest and lighthearted novel that offers an honest look at friendships...Be Real, Macy Weaver is an authentic look into middle-grade friendships, family and identity."--Shelf Awareness, starred review
"Wilson's middle-grade novel is the perfect blend of humor, introspection, and authenticity. The major characters are both realistic and likable, and she creates a fully formed, three-dimensional world that integrates serious topics with knee-slapping humor and heartfelt growth. This is a must-read for children who are working through the process of developing their own identities."--Booklist
"An engaging read...A nice blend of life's joys and challenges for today's middle-grade readers."--Kirkus Reviews
"Middle graders will find this a compelling and satisfying read, especially so if they are fans of fashion-oriented shows like Project Runway."--School Library Connection
"Readers will enjoy Macy's authentic voice...[This is] a solid realistic fiction choice for fans of Renée Watson, Jamie Sumner, or Janae Marks."--School Library Journal
"Wilson...sensitively navigates anxiety and the societal pressures associated with belonging and making friends in this lighthearted volume with a predominantly Black cast."--Publishers Weekly
What people are saying
A boutique, full-service editing duo (and a pair of fast-talking dames). 📚✏️🪄🖍
“Wearing her lies was so much easier than actually speaking them.”—Lakita Wilson, Be Real, Macy Weaver
Fukushima Lover ❤️ I am at Mastodon, posting photos of both my home of Fukushima & books I enjoyed reading. https://t.co/QUvTHQoWgN She Her
1. I loved this book so much! Lakita Wilson's "Be Real, Macy Weaver" (MG fiction) @LakitaWrites Macy wants a best friend, but she doesn't know how to do this. When her parents tell her the family is moving, she sees it as a new start to finding friends, especially a BEST friend. https://t.co/RFXHqpaOji