Margaret Simon, almost twelve, likes long hair, tuna fish, the smell of rain, and things that are pink. Shes just moved from New York City to Farbook, New Jersey, and is anxious to fit in with her new friendsNancy, Gretchen, and Janie. When they form a secret club to talk about private subjects like boys, bras, and getting their first periods, Margaret is happy to belong.

But none of them can believe Margaret doesnt have religion, and that she isnt going to the Y or the Jewish Community Center. What they dont know is Margaret has her own very special relationship with God. She can talk to God about everythingfamily, friends, even Moose Freed, her secret crush.