Sweet Valley High Author Francine Pascal Passes Away at 92
Francine Pascal, a onetime soap opera writer whose "Sweet Valley High" novels captivated millions of young readers, has died at age 92. https://t.co/zZtzVupYmo pic.twitter.com/QZfuHGwrix
- ABC News (@ABC) July 30, 2024
** in the early 1980s began a young adult series called Sweet Valley High. The concept: “Dallas” for young people. The main characters: twin sisters, one mischievous (Jessica), the other more sensible (Elizabeth).
** In best sellers such as “Double Love,” “Power Play” and “All Night Long,” the Wakefield girls and their schoolmates navigate dating, family conflicts, sibling rivalries, more troubling themes such as race, divorce and mortality and even vampires and werewolves.
** Her books sold more than 200 million copies, and included “Sweet Valley” spinoffs and sequels. (and a tv show!)
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I was not a Sweet Valley girlie but I did enjoy her Fearless series! I appreciate the impact she had. <3