Quicksand Pond

In this Newbery Honor-winning novel by Janet Taylor Lisle, two girls navigate a transformative summer at the mysterious Quicksand Pond, where legends of disappearances and the echoes of a long-ago tragedy shape their lives. Reluctantly spending her vacation there, 12-year-old Jessie Kettel forms a quick bond with local girl Terri Carr, finding solace in their hidden world. However, as Jessie uncovers unsettling truths about Terri and their town, she begins to challenge her own beliefs and values, leading to a profound exploration of friendship and self-discovery.