Love at the Border, Inc

Find Yourself ... Find a Friend

A Middle School Chapter Book About Friendship and Belonging

Meet Grace Mackenzie, a smart 7th grader who loves reading and writing but struggles to make friends. When her family moves to Chicago, Grace finds solace in writing letters to seniors and horseback riding lessons with her new friend Andy. But when Andy confides in her about his adoption and quest to find his birth mother, Grace is drawn into a secret adventure that changes everything.

As they work together to uncover the truth, Grace discovers the power of true friendship, and the importance of being herself. Will Grace finally discover her voice and help Andy solve his family mystery?

Get ready for a heartwarming journey filled with laughter, tears, and the magic of finding where you truly belong!

It’s sometimes difficult to find THAT friend: This chapter book is especially suited for middle-grade children ages 8-12 who are navigating school life and seeking acceptance, kindness, and, above all, friendship. Through her letter writing, Grace shows empathy and understanding, while demonstrating resilience in the face of mean girl bullying. Challenges like moving to a new city can test any child’s social skills, but discover how Grace uses these obstacles to give her self-worth a much-needed boost.