This is probably one of the first 9-to-12 books out there to address the issue of sex abuse in foster care, and as far as that goes the treatment is fairly tame. Though this book was written thirty years ago, it's not terribly dated, and I think it would still be appropriate for that age group. The characters are complex and you can see how Renny matures during the story, particularly regarding her view of her beloved great-grandmother. ( )