The Best Parental Expectations Books for Kids

Summary: Twelve-year-old Lucy Carver finds solace in music amidst her chaotic home life. At Windley School of the Arts, she battles academic pressures and a rival, Tolli Claybourne, for first chair flute. An accident threatens her musical future, and her grades put her enrollment at risk. Lucy must decide whether to sabotage Tolli or abandon her dream entirely. Can she find harmony in her life before it's too late?

Summary: Rachel's life seems flawless—straight A's, musical talent, and loyal friends. But with her brother's return from boarding school causing chaos and her sister's troubles mounting, Rachel's world is crumbling. As she juggles new responsibilities and the attention of the coolest boy in school, Rachel must decide if striving for perfection is worth the cost. Can she find balance and joy amidst the turmoil of seventh grade? Discover if Rachel can redefine what it means to live an exciting life.