Shug

In her debut novel, Jenny Han introduces 12-year-old Annemarie “Shug” Wilcox, a relatable middle-grader navigating the challenges of seventh grade in a small Georgia town. With her intelligence, height, and freckled face, Shug is eager to embrace a new school year but soon faces unexpected teasing from her peers. The story captures Shug's journey as she deals with the complexities of growing up alongside her beautiful older sister and intellectual mother.