going to knock over our bucket?
I thought we should talk, Project.
Sort a few things out.
So talk.
It's for your won good, by the way.
How nice of you, always thinking of me."
Juniper is the new girl at Ellsmere, an impressive boarding school. It happens after she wins the first scholarship to the academy and leaves her public school to attend. She quickly meets her roommate, Cassie. That first meeting is not auspicious. Jun is nervous, and puts her foot in her mouth right at the get-go, letting Cassie know she is not at school to make friends. Poor Cassie is dumbfounded by the remark. Jun is quick to apologize and explain. The two become fast friends, especially when Jun puts Emily (the mean girl and bully) in her place.
The rivalry between Jun and Emily ramps up throughout the story; each wants to be the 'best' student, and neither is willing to back down. Jun can hold her own. As the year goes on, Emily takes her bullying to the next level, wanting to get Jun in trouble and even expelled. There is some risk every day for Jun. As the rivalry ramps up, Jun and Cassie support the other with each genuinely caring for her friend.
Cassie has been at Ellsmere through all of her schooling, and she shares stories about the Ellsmere family, their tragedy, and the workings of the academy. She is not a friend to Emily - few are. She stands by Jun when trouble finds her, and supports her as the bad feelings between Jun and Emily escalate. In a final confrontation, Cassie proves to be loyal and brave, cementing the friendship she and Jun have been establishing. It is a trying year, but ultimately satisfying and promising.
The artwork, as fans already know, has much visual appeal. The characters are expressive and well drawn, the setting is lovely, and the conflict is clear.
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