Bright Purple by Melody Carlson

Book 10 in the TrueColors series addresses the sensitive issue of homosexuality.

Product Description
Jessica LeCroix drops a bomb on her best friend, Ramie: “I’m a lesbian.” Ramie Grant cannot believe her ears. Jess!? Her best friend, her teammate…a homosexual?

Before long other girls on the basketball team find out, and little jokes become vicious attacks. In the end, Ramie must decide if she will stand by Jessica’s side or turn her back on a friend in need.

The tenth book in the teen fiction series TrueColors , Bright Purple examines the subjects of sexuality, identity, and forgiveness. Includes discussion questions.
From the Back Cover
In the food court at the Greenville Mall, Jessica LeCroix drops a bomb: “I’m a lesbian.” Ramie Grant cannot believe her ears. Jess!? Her best friend, her teammate…a homosexual? It’s all way too much for Ramie to handle. I can’t deal with this right now. It’s just a matter of time before others on the basketball team find out. Quickly, little jokes become vicious attacks, making Jessica even more reluctant to share an even bigger secret. Ramie and fellow teammate BJ want to do the right thing, except so far, everything they do has backfired. In the end, Ramie must decide if she will stand by Jessica’s side or turn her back on a friend in need.