Book Series · 2 Books

Secret Language of Girls Books

In order from The Secret Language of Girls to The Kind of Friends We Used to Be.

The Secret Language of Girls series is a set of 2 chapter books by Frances O’Roark Dowell, published between 2004 and 2009. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 260 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1899

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004

The Secret Language of Girls

By Frances O’Roark Dowell

Two friends face a rift as middle school changes everything.

256 pages· 36,077 words· Est. 5 hour read

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Summary: Kate and Marylin, lifelong best friends, face a rift as middle school changes everything. With Marylin joining the cheer squad and Kate exploring new interests, their bond is tested. Can they bridge the gap, or will their friendship fade away? As they navigate the complexities of sixth grade, both girls secretly hope to reconnect. Will they find a way back to each other, or are they destined to drift apart?

In reading order

Secret Language of Girls Series

2 books · Published 2004–2009

#1 in Series

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$1899

The Secret Language of Girls

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004

Two friends face a rift as middle school changes everything.

#2 in Series

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$1597

The Kind of Friends We Used to Be

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Two friends struggle to reconnect as their interests and identities diverge.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Secret Language of Girls series?

There are 2 books in the Secret Language of Girls series. It began with The Secret Language of Girls in 2004, and the newest book, The Kind of Friends We Used to Be, was published in 2009.