"When Friendship Followed Me Home" by Paul Griffin is a young adult novel that tells the story of Ben Coffin, a twelve-year-old boy who has experienced a lot of loss and hardship in his life. After being adopted by a loving couple, Ben finds solace in reading books and visiting the local library, where he meets a stray dog named Flip. With Flip by his side, Ben begins to make new friends, including Halley, a girl who shares his love of books and writing. However, when Halley's health takes a turn for the worse, Ben and his friends must band together to help her through a difficult time. Along the way, Ben learns important lessons about friendship, family, and the power of love and compassion. "When Friendship Followed Me Home" is a heartwarming and poignant story that explores themes of resilience, empathy, and the transformative power of human connection.