A rose for Melinda

by Lurlene McDaniel

Told in letters, journal entries, e-mails, doctors' reports, and instant messages, the heartbreaking story of an aspiring ballet dancer battling leukemia.From: Melinda SkyeTo: ReadersSubject: JesseHi! I can't believe it. What a surprise from Jesse. When he got my e-mail about being accepted by the Washington School of Classical Dance's summer program, he called to congratulate me! I loved hearing his voice. We've been friends forever--could it turn into something more?MelindaFrom: Jesse RoseTo: Readers Subject: MelindaI couldn't believe the news. Melinda is so young! How could she be sick? How did she get leukemia? She's got to get better. She's got to. JesseFrom the Paperback edition.

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Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
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