Goodbye Stranger

Masterly. . . . Sensitively explores togetherness, aloneness, betrayal and love. —The New York Times Book ReviewFive Starred ReviewsNYT Editors ChoiceThis brilliant novel by Newbery Medal winner Rebecca Stead explores multiple perspectives on the bonds and limits of friendship.   Bridge is an accident survivor whos wondering why shes still alive. Emily has new curves and an almost-boyfriend who wants a certain kind of picture. Tabitha sees through everybodys games—or so she tells the world. The three girls are best friends with one rule No fighting. Can it get them through seventh grade?    This year everything is different for Sherm Russo as he gets to know Bridge Barsamian. What does it mean to fall for a girl—as a friend?    On Valentines Day, an unnamed high school girl struggles with a betrayal.