Girls Like Her

"Girls Like Her" is a compelling and original novel that follows fifteen-year-old Ruby Monroe as she awaits trial for the murder of a wealthy businessman in Dallas. With her only ally being her state-appointed caseworker, Cadence Ware, Ruby navigates a web of distrust and desperation while fighting to uncover the truth behind the events that led to her arrest. The story is conveyed through an innovative mix of letters, meeting notes, and court transcripts, highlighting the often-overlooked narratives within the American justice system and one girl's struggle to be heard.