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A battle between proponents of creationism and a stalwart biology teacher centers on Christian teen Mena Reece. What saves this from becoming an old-fashioned problem novel is Mena's own conflict, and a surprising twist makes room for God in what seems to be a rigid standoff. Teens struggling with making decisions in the face of conflicting pressures may find this story relevant.
Reviewer: Patty Campbell
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September, 2007