Ava and Taco Cat

Eleven-year-old Ava Wren adopts a skittish, injured yellow tabby she names Taco, a palindrome that matches the cat's quirky personality. As Taco hides instead of cuddling, Ava also loses her best friend to a new classmate, leaving her feeling alone and turning to writing a story that unexpectedly causes trouble. The novel follows Ava's diary entries as she navigates family dynamics, friendship shifts, and the challenges of caring for a cat who won't purr, making Book #3 a middle-grade tale.