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In Shug by Jenny Han, twelve-year-old Annemarie Wilcox navigates the challenges of early adolescence as she experiences her first crush on her friend Mark, while dealing with her parents' troubled marriage and struggles with self-esteem. The story takes place in Clementon, Georgia, where Annemarie faces a series of social and emotional trials, including her growing feelings for Mark, the complexities of friendships, and her evolving relationship with her family.