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“Raw and relatable…This novel deftly expresses the anguish and perseverance of children fighting to stay out of the foster care system. A powerful portrayal of the reality facing children with parents who struggle with addiction. Harmony is a hero whose story can help others know they are not alone.”

– School Library Journal

“This sobering work is a powerful and realistic portrait of a struggling child. Resonant and haunting.”

– Kirkus Reviews

Finding Harmony

Written by Eric Walters
Published by Orca Book Publishers

So what if Harmony has to be the grown-up?

After months living in a foster home (again), Harmony convinces a judge that she can move back in with her mother. Her mom even finds an apartment that the social worker, Gloria, can’t find fault with. But now Harmony has an even bigger battle ahead—trying to keep her mom on the straight and narrow, or at least keep Gloria from finding out when she slips. Which she does. A lot. Often left to fend for herself, Harmony finds an ally in Mr. Khaled, the owner of the convenience store across the street. He helps Harmony out with food in exchange for some part-time work. And at school, her principal seems to be on her side. Even so, it feels like Harmony’s life is always one step from falling apart, and she can’t really trust anyone.

Harmony knows the question is less about whether she’ll return to foster care and more about when she’s ready to do it.

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Publication Date: February 2025
Available As: Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 09 or older

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Setting: Canada

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Refugee

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