Blue Hole Back Home by Joy Jordan-Lake is a coming-of-age novel set in a small town in Tennessee. The story follows the experiences of 16-year-old Shelby, who is struggling to fit in with the popular crowd at her high school. Shelby's life takes a dramatic turn when a new family moves into town, including a boy named Ben who catches her eye. As Shelby becomes friends with Ben, she learns about his family's troubled past and the history of a local swimming hole known as Blue Hole. As the summer progresses, Shelby and Ben become involved in a series of events that force them to confront their own prejudices and the legacy of racism in their town. The novel deals with themes of identity, belonging, and social justice, and is known for its powerful portrayal of the complexities of growing up in a small town in the American South.
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