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Zulkey, Claire. An Off Year.(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Book review)

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| November 01, 2009 | Monaghan, Kimberly | (Hide copyright information)Copyright

ZULKEY, Claire. An Off Year. 213p. Dutton. 2009. Tr $16.99. ISBN 978-0525-42159-7. LC number unavailable.

Gr 10 Up--As she is about to unlock the door to her dorm room .at the start of her freshman year, Cecily Powell decides she's not ready for college. Without a word of complaint, her father drives her back to Chicago where she must live with the decision she's just made-to take some time off. But instead of traveling or seeking out new experiences, Cecily happily remains at home doing pretty much nothing. Eventually, she realizes that she must face her fears. After exploring her past and her goals for the future with the help of family, an old friend, and a …

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