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Reach for this book when your child feels torn between two worlds, whether due to a high-conflict divorce or a complex multiracial identity. Eleven-year-old Isabella, a gifted pianist, spends her life switching homes and personas every week. As her parents enter new relationships and racial tensions rise in her community, Isabella struggles to find her own cohesive voice. It is a poignant, realistic exploration of identity and belonging for middle-grade readers. Parents will value how it tackles difficult subjects like police encounters and systemic racism with honesty and grace, providing a safe space to discuss fairness and family dynamics.