
This thoughtful chapter book follows twelve-year-old Aubrey as they navigate the unsettling disappearance of their best friend. While searching the woods that once held their shared secrets, Aubrey reflects on their friendship and begins to quietly question and explore their own gender identity. The narrative gently intertwines a compelling mystery with a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, offering a sensitive portrayal of grief, friendship, and the complexities of growing up. It's a powerful story for middle-grade readers dealing with big questions about who they are and how they fit into the world.
While searching the woods that used to be their personal sanctuary, twelve-year-old Aubrey recalls the events and incidents preceding their best friend's disappearance and quietly questions their own gender identity.