About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling like an outsider or struggling to leave behind a difficult past. It is an ideal choice for the child who prefers the wings to the spotlight, focusing on the quiet strength found in supporting a team from behind the scenes. The story follows Casey Chang as she navigates a new school and the intense, high-stakes environment of a high school drama club. Through Casey's journey as a stage manager, the book explores themes of accountability, social anxiety, and the bravery required to trust new friends. It is perfectly suited for readers aged 12 to 16, offering a realistic look at high school social hierarchies. Parents will appreciate how it validates the experience of being 'the new kid' while highlighting that leadership comes in many different forms, not just the loudest ones.
