num_pages: 168
description: When her mother decides to move her to California after her father dies, Dulcie plots to steal the family car and drive back home upon their arrival, yet after meeting a girl in her new neighborhood and learning of her difficult family situation, Dulcie realizes that her presence and strong will is exactly what her new friend will need to get her through her difficult period ahead.
language: English
title: Defining Dulcie
titlecomplete: Defining Dulcie
genres: Family, Fiction, Abuse, Contemporary, Coming Of Age, Realistic Fiction, Young Adult, Death, Road Trip, Relationships
ratings_count: 568
places: Connecticut
publisher: Dial