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Belagana!
Hardcover
Publisher Price: $20.99
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: Dec 16 2025
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.31 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Becky moves to the Navajo reservation, facing challenges of fitting in and homesickness. As she navigates new friendships and cultural differences, she discovers solace in music and finds common ground with a new girl, leading to unexpected connections.
In this heartfelt story, Becky Anderson embarks on a journey that transforms her life. Leaving behind her familiar Rhode Island home, she arrives at the vast and vibrant Navajo reservation in New Mexico, where everything feels foreign. The stunning landscapes, unique customs, and different ways of life are both thrilling and overwhelming. Initially, the change feels like an adventure, but as reality sets in, Becky grapples with feelings of isolation and longing for home.
At school, she struggles to connect with her classmates, often feeling like an outsider. Despite her efforts to be friendly, misunderstandings arise, and she finds it hard to relate to the Navajo children and even the other Anglo kids who have settled into their new lives. While sports are a common interest among her peers, Becky finds her passion in music, playing the flute as a way to express her emotions and cope with her loneliness.
The arrival of Cheryldine, a new girl who shares a similar background, offers Becky a glimmer of hope. Their friendship blossoms as they bond over their experiences of living off the reservation. However, tensions with Angela, a local girl, complicate Becky's desire for acceptance. As school events unfold, the girls are brought together, leading to moments of understanding and connection. Through music and friendship, Becky learns that embracing differences can create lasting bonds, making her journey one of growth and discovery.
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