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When her parents announce their divorce, fifth‑grade Winnie feels the family storm growing. With vivid notes from her peers, she transforms their shared treehouse into an embassy, turning it into a place where friends can air their complaints and navigate the chaos together. The novel explores how young friends use creativity, humor, and solidarity to manage an unpredictable family life.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lisa Graff
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