King and the Dragonflies (Scholastic Gold)

Twelve-year-old Kingston James grapples with grief and secrets after the death of his brother Khalid, who he believes has transformed into a dragonfly. As he navigates the complexities of loss and family dynamics, he struggles with the impact of Khalid’s last words regarding his friendship with Sandy Sanders, who is grappling with his own identity. When Sandy goes missing and seeks refuge in King's backyard, the two embark on a journey to build a new world together by the bayou, compelling King to face his feelings about his brother's death and their friendship.