
This heartwarming chapter book follows Rachel as she copes with the profound loss of her father and the upheaval of moving from Los Angeles to the small town of Angel Corners. As she starts fifth grade in a new school, Rachel struggles with loneliness and the challenge of making new friends. Her journey is gently supported by a group of kind fifth-grade girls and, uniquely, by her own guardian angel, who offers subtle guidance and comfort. The story blends realistic themes of grief, adjustment, and friendship with a touch of gentle fantasy, making it a comforting read for children experiencing similar transitions or loss.
After her father's death, Rachel and her mother move from Los Angeles to the small town of Angel Corners, where she adjusts to her new life with the help of some other fifth-grade girls and her very own guardian angel.