The Gray


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The Gray is a sensitively told middle grade story from Chris Baron about living with anxiety and finding ways to cope.

It's been a tough year for Sasha--he's been bullied at his middle school and his anxiety, which he calls the Gray, is growing. Sasha's dad tells him to "toughen up"--and he does, but with unfortunate, hurtful results. His parents and therapist agree that a summer in the country with his aunt might be the best medicine, but it's the last place he wants to be. He'll be away from his best friend, video games, and stuck in the house that reminds him of his beloved uncle who died two years earlier.

His aunt is supportive, and there are lots of places to explore, and even some potential new friends. When Sasha is introduced at a local ranch to a horse coincidentally--incredibly--nicknamed the Gray, he feels he's found a kindred spirit.

But his own Gray is ever-present. When one of his new friends disappears, Sasha discovers that the country is wilder and more mysterious than he imagined. He tries to muster enough courage to help in the search . . . but will the Gray hold him back?

Author: Chris Baron
Publisher: Square Fish
Published: 05/06/2025
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 7.60h x 5.00w x 0.90d
ISBN13: 9781250864703
ISBN10: 1250864704
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Emotions & Feelings
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Friendship
- Juvenile Fiction | Religious | Jewish

About the Author
Chris Baron is a professor of English at San Diego City College. He is the author of All of Me, a Southern California Independent Booksellers Association bestseller, and The Magical Imperfect, a Sydney Taylor Notable book. Chris lives in San Diego with his family.