Because I Am Furniture
Author: Thalia Chaltas
Anke’s father is abusive to her brother and sister. But not to her. Because, to him, she is like furniture– not even worthy of the worst kind of attention. Then Anke makes the school volleyball team. She loves feeling her muscles after workouts, an ache that reminds her she is real. Even more, Anke loves the confidence that she gets from the sport. And as she learns to ca….Read More
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