


Second, her mom has just remarried, so she’s figuring out how to be part of a blended family, complete with a stepdad, stepsister, and stepbrother. First, she’s hoping her guy friend will become more than just a friend. 10 Steps is a quick read, so I was able to finish it first.Īge group: YA (but okay for preteens too)ġ0 Steps to Girlfriend Status is a lovely tale about a young teen (freshman in high school) who is learning how to manage her many changing relationships. Unfortunately, a full-time teaching job plus an incredibly demanding doctorate program has meant I haven’t had time to read any YA since last August! Ugh! I am way behind on my TBR list!Īnyway, Christmas break is finally here, so I hope to get in some good books before my two weeks are up. A few months ago, Cynthia sent me a copy of the sequel 10 Steps to Girlfriend Status, and I’ve been eager to read it ever since. Last year, I reviewed Cynthia Toney’s first book Bird Face, which has been renamed 8 Notes to a Nobody.
