Dara Palmer's Major Drama

Dara is a born actress, or so she thinks - but when she doesn'tget any part in the school play, she begins to think it's becauseshe doesn't look like the other girls in her class. She was adoptedas a baby from Cambodia. So irrepressible Dara comes up witha plan, and is determined to change not just the school, but thewhole world too. A funny and heartfelt story - perfect for ages 8+! 'This funny, charismatic heroine will capture her readers' hearts' KIRKUS, STARRED REVIEW Dara is a born actress, or so she thinks – but when she doesn’t get any part in the school play, she begins to think it’s because she doesn’t look like the other girls in her class. She was adopted as a baby from Cambodia. So irrepressible Dara comes up with a plan, and is determined to change not just the school, but the whole world too. A stunning reissue of a beautifully written, warm and funny tale for girls from the acclaimed author of Dream on, Amber. Explores themes of adoption, determination and standing up to prejudice.