Rica Baptista Books

Summary: Rica Baptista faces a dilemma: her best friend, Laini, is moving away, and her parents refuse to let her get a pet to ease the loneliness. Determined, Rica and Laini devise plans to convince her parents, from party planning to poetry contests. But as time runs out, Rica must find a way to show she's ready for the responsibility. Will an unexpected act of kindness and courage be enough to change her parents' minds? Dive into Rica's world of friendship, family, and the quest for the perfect pet in this heartwarming tale.