
Written by Allison Gutknecht · Illustrated by Stevie Lewis
Can Mandy reclaim the spotlight and her best friend from her rival's cast-induced fame?
Mandy Berr, an eight-year-old with a flair for drama, faces a new challenge when her rival, Natalie, steals the spotlight with a broken wrist and a cool cast. Even Mandy's best friend, Anya, is drawn to Natalie's newfound fame. Determined to regain her place at the center of attention, Mandy must navigate friendship dynamics and her own desire for a pair of fancy periwinkle sunglasses. Will she find a way to shine again and win back her best friend, or will Natalie's cast keep her in the limelight?
Eight-year-old Mandy Berr is spirited, sassy, and determined to shine–even if she’s not the center of attention! After learning the hard way that polka dot underwear and white pants are not the best combination, Mandy Berr has gotten over that fashion faux pas, and has (almost) recovered from not being named George Washington in the recent Presidential Pageant. But just when things seem like they might be back in her favor, her former nemesis, Natalie, manages to steal Mandy’s spotlight–again. A broken wrist for Natalie means a cool cast and the attention of Mandy’s classmates…even from Anya, Mandy’s BFF. Can Mandy figure out a way to get back into the center of attention, win back her best friend, AND snag a pair of fancy-dancy periwinkle sunglasses?
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