Room 555

Written by Cristy Watson

Part of the Orca Currents series

A teen dancer struggles with guilt and friendship as her grandmother's health declines.

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128 pages· 15,371 words· Est. 1.5 hour read· HL600L

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Bookroo's summary

Roonie, a hip-hop enthusiast, faces a dilemma as her grandmother's health worsens. Torn between dance dreams and family duty, she alienates her best friend, Kira. A chance encounter with a spirited senior in the hospital reveals a shared passion for dance, inspiring Roonie to confront her fears. Can she mend her friendship and reconnect with her grandmother before time runs out? Discover a heartfelt journey of love, dance, and redemption.

From the publisher

Fourteen-year-old Roonie loves hip-hop almost as much as she loves her grandmother. She cannot wait to compete in her school’s dance competition. But as her grandmother’s health deteriorates, Roonie becomes more and more reluctant to visit her in the care home. These feelings of guilt and frustration cause Roonie to mess things up with her hip-hop dance partner and best friend, Kira. But while doing some volunteer hours in the hospital geriatric ward, Roonie meets an active senior recovering from a bad fall. Their shared love of dance and the woman’s zest for life help Roonie face her fears, make amends with Kira and reconnect with Gram before it’s too late.

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