About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is caught in the middle of a friendship loyalty test or is struggling with the burden of keeping a secret that feels wrong. It provides a relatable mirror for the middle school transition where social dynamics shift from simple play to complex moral decisions. Through Miranda's journey, the story explores the delicate balance between being a supportive friend and maintaining one's own integrity. Miranda is a young runner who finds herself squeezed between her lifelong best friend and a new, mysterious older friend she meets on the trails. As she uncovers a secret about her new friend's home life, she must decide if being a good friend means staying silent or speaking up to help. This 128 page chapter book is perfect for 8 to 12 year olds navigating peer pressure and the realization that adults, and friends, are often more complicated than they seem.
