The Friendship Experiment

The story follows Madeline Little, a future scientist struggling with the challenges of starting middle school after the loss of her grandfather and the departure of her best friend. Preferring the solitude of her father's research lab to socializing, Maddie's life takes a turn when new friends begin to approach her. However, their discovery of her secret lab notebook complicates her situation. As she navigates friendships and personal growth, Maddie must find a way to balance her passion for science with the realities of middle school life.