The Middler

Eleven-year-old Maggie, living in a protected enclave surrounded by a dangerous outside world, grapples with feelings of invisibility and being overlooked within her family. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters Una, a hungry wanderer girl, challenging everything she thought she knew. Narrated from Maggie’s perspective, the story explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and betrayal, offering a compelling and humor-filled look at a middle child's struggles. Perfect for fans of thought-provoking contemporary YA stories.