I Kick and I Fly by Ruchira Gupta (Scholastic Press, 2023). Embark on the brave journey of Heera, a teenager who lives in India. Using her inner strength and resilience, Heera is forced into the world of poverty, sex trafficking, and societal norms to expose the harsh realities of life. (Grades 7-9)
Award Status: Winner
Award Category: Older Readers
Author: Ruchira Gupta
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