An Alien Spring

An Alien Spring by Anne Schraff is a 1978 young adult novel set in a small town where fear and hysteria escalate over a virus outbreak, fueled by rumors about a new student thought to be an alien. As the story unfolds, the protagonist develops a friendship with the ostracized boy, whose family has become the target of community suspicion. The book addresses themes of prejudice and fear, offering a nuanced look at social tensions.