Maudie and Me and the Dirty Book Summary
Betty Miles

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Maudie and Me and the Dirty Book Summary

presents a provoking portrait of censorship and its effects. Humor, suspense, and a believable plot keep the book interesting as it demonstrates the negative chain of events that censorship triggers, especially in school. Miles depicts a complex issue in an understandable way while also giving a well-rounded picture of friendship, adolescent-parent relationships, community action and interaction, and the transition from elementary to middle school.

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