Power Play
Readers rate it 3.6 (8 on Hardcover)
160 pages · Released Dec 1, 1984 · Bantam
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A note for parents
This classic Sweet Valley High entry explores themes of acceptance, prejudice, and standing up for others through the lens of high school social dynamics. The main conflict centers on Jessica's bullying of an overweight classmate, while Elizabeth advocates for inclusion—a straightforward moral lesson. The book touches on shoplifting and family neglect as serious but not graphically handled issues. It's age-appropriate for middle-grade readers and older, with positive role models and clear messaging about kindness.
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Chubby Robin Wilson wants to join SVH sorority Pi Beta Alpha. Liz nominates Robin for the club and Jessica is furious. Jessica and her conniving friends do everything they can to keep Robin out and Li does her best to make sure Robin is accepted by the club. Also, Lila Fowler, one of the wealthiest girls in school and... Chubby Robin Wilson wants to join SVH sorority Pi Beta Alpha. Liz nominates Robin for the club and Jessica is furious. Jessica and her conniving friends do everything they can to keep Robin out and Li does her best to make sure Robin is accepted by the club. Also, Lila Fowler, one of the wealthiest girls in school and also in town, is revealed to have been shoplifting to get her absentee father's attention.
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- Fiction
- Ficción
- Sisters
- Twins
- Hermanas
- Wakefield, Jessica (Personaje literario)
- Sweet Valley High School (Imaginary organization)
- Elizabeth Wakefield (Fictitious character)
- Wakefield, Elizabeth (Personaje literario)
- Sweet Valley (Lugar imaginario)
- Sweeet Valley High School (Organización imaginaria)
- Jessica Wakefield (Fictitious character)
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ISBN 9780553251432 · Bantam