I absolutely loved it!' -Jennifer Mathieu, author of Moxie 'A remarkable, important gem of a novel. This is an important book that isn't afraid of tackling tough problems. Brigit Young has created a book with so much heart and with well-crafted characters that feel so real and relevant. This book is a hug and a high-five.' -Kate Milford, New York Times-bestselling author of Greenglass House 'I loved this true and tender story about young girls finding their voices and finding friendship with each other, no matter what barriers school and society tries to put up to block their way.

I loved these girls-their rivalries and their friendships, their lies and their painful honesty, their survival strategies and humor, and their refusals to be what anyone else expects them to be. Add this one to your reading list!' -Lynne Kelly, author of Chained and Song For a Whale, 'A sensitive story about sexual harassment and bullying, with a feel-good ending.' - Kirkus Reviews 'As a survivor of middle school and parent of future middle schoolers, I am so glad The Prettiest will be in the world for both my daughter and my son. The Prettiest is heartbreaking, inspiring, and funny at the same time-like middle school itself. Readers will recognize themselves in these characters and cheer for them as they stand up to define for themselves who they are and where they belong.

Both a call to arms and a fantastically fun tale, this triumphant, timely and true-to-life story should be required reading for middle schoolers of any gender.' -Dan Gemeinhart, author of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise 'I loved following this trio of strong, supportive girls as they navigated the halls of middle school and fought against unwanted attention, objectification, and bullying.

The Prettiest by Brigit Young