Bernice is not your average best friend. For one thing she is a squash. While other kids might play with dolls or action figures Sophie prefers the company of her favorite vegetable picked straight from the farmers market. The two of you will go everywhere together from the library to the playroom. But as the leaves start falling and winter approaches Sophie notices something is happening to Bernice. Her parents warn her that squash are not meant to last forever. What do you do when your very best friend in the whole world starts to get soft and spotty. You will have to read to find out how Sophie solves her squash sized problem in this funny and heartwarming story about friendship love and the changing seasons.