The Girls of Skylark Lane

In her middle-grade debut, National Book Award winner Robin Benway crafts a heartwarming tale centered on twin sisters Aggie and Jac as they navigate the challenges of growing up and changing friendships in Los Angeles. When they join a neighborhood girls' softball team, each girl faces her own struggles while discovering the value of camaraderie and sisterhood. As Aggie seeks to forge new connections and Jac grapples with her evolving identity, the sisters must confront the realities of growing apart amid their shared experiences. This engaging story highlights themes of teamwork, solidarity, and the complexities of early adolescence.