Time Period: 1939 Ten-year old Mandy McMichael doesn't fit in at her new school in Seattle. She's very smart, but the "in crowd" teases her so much she decides to play dumb to quiet their taunts. Then there's her friendship with a Japanese family-and in 1939, with the world on the brink of war, hers is not a popular position. Using actual historical events to tell a compelling fictional story, Mandy the Outsider is a poignant tale of a girl balancing her desire for acceptance with her need to do right, and to be who God wants her to be.
Norma Jean Lutz Books
Norma Jean Lutz is an author celebrated for her timeless young adult novels. With extensive experience in writing, teaching, and editing, she brings a unique perspective to literature. Her works often explore enduring themes that resonate with readers of all ages. Through her "Norma Jean Lutz Classic Collection" series, she revives her earlier, beloved novels, making them accessible to a new generation of readers.
