Stacey McGill, Matchmaker?

Reach for this book when your child is struggling to accept a parent's new dating life or trying to fix their parents' relationship post-divorce. It beautifully addresses the common urge children have to manage their parents' happiness and the boundaries that need to be drawn as family structures change. Stacey McGill travels from Stoneybrook to New York City to visit her father, only to find herself playing matchmaker in an attempt to make his life feel more complete. Through Stacey's sophisticated yet relatable perspective, the story explores the nuance of loyalty to both parents and the reality of a single-parent household. It is a perfect choice for middle-grade readers navigating the emotional shifts that follow a family transition.