"Wise Child" is a novel written by M. E. Kerr, published in 1987. The story revolves around a teenage girl named Maggie who struggles with her identity and the challenges of growing up. As she navigates her relationships with friends and family, she learns valuable lessons about love, trust, and self-acceptance. The book explores themes of adolescence, friendship, and the complexities of human emotions. Through Maggie's experiences, readers gain insight into the difficulties faced by young people as they seek to understand themselves and their place in the world.