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One of America's most beloved storytellers tells of spirits that have nurtured her in these four tales: "The Accidental Angel," "Wilbur Martin: God's Maintenance Man," "The Water Lilies," and "Angels in Disguise."

In the fall of 1955, twelve-year-old Dawn Rae Johnson learns she will be the only one of her friends attending a previously all-white school. However, not everyone supports integration and Dawnie must endure the realities of racism firsthand. In time, Dawnie learns that the true meaning of justice comes from remaining faithful to the integrity within oneself.

The book is about a young boy who is afraid of the dark and prays for his angel's protection. When they answer his prayer and visit him, they teach him and explain to him why they heard his prayer.