“Rules of the Road” by Joan Bauer is a great book with a lot to offer. The book tells the story of a sixteen-year-old girl named Jenna Boller who is passionate about selling shoes. Jenna’s part-time job introduces her to Mrs. Gladstone, the owner of Gladstone Shoes. Taking a liking to Jenna Mrs. Gladstone hires the inexperienced driver to drive her on a cross-country trip. Along the way Jenna learns how to believe in herself, deal with her alcoholic father, and stand up for what she believes in. Readers will love Jenna. She’s direct, funny, and self-deprecating as she relates the events of her summer on the road, making her a charming and believable character. This book would appeal to those who like the book “Speak” by Laurie Halse Anderson. The strong female characters in both books will win you over as they find themselves and face their fears.
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