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Destiny, a thirteen-year-old control freak who feels alienated in her messy, haphazard family, helps out when her adopted best friend finds her birth mother and decides to have a relationship with her.
Quick Summary
Destiny, a self-described control freak navigating a chaotic household, discovers that embracing life's messiness might be exactly what her family needs. The story blends hilarious family dynamics with a heartfelt exploration of what it means to belong, as Destiny learns to let go of her need for perfection while supporting her friend through an emotional journey. If your kid loves the emotional depth and humor of Wonder by R.J. Palacio or the middle grade family dynamics in The One and Only Ivan, they'll absolutely devour this story. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 8 who enjoy realistic fiction with humor and heart.