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This story is a gem representing the delightful stories from the Indian subcontinent which capture the simple essence of everyday life in India. The simple pleasures of life indicate a time gone by before the advent of cellphones and Facebook, a time which almost stood still, a time when children could revel in the rain, make paper boats and race them down a drain, play marbles and generally pass time. The once idyllic life almost seems too slow to bear and hence is fascinating to watch unfurl as we listen to the story.

My friend Sarah has a disability called Down Syndrome. But that doesn’t matter to us. We tell jokes and laugh, go to ballet class together, and have a lot of fun. I’m glad Sarah is my friend!

Spying a strange silver light glowing from the undergrowth, Josie and her trusty dog, Zeke, make the startling discovery that will change their family's lives forever. Unknown to the residents, the town lies beneath a rainbow vortex, with access to an alternate dimension. Rocked by a meteor crash and two tragic murders, Josie and her parents, along with the town's residents must figure out the connection between the portal, Josie's best friend, Cilantra, and the mysterious goings-on. Can Josie and her family solve the suspicious murders and close the portal?

Tween actress Mia Armstrong celebrates her fun, funny, beautiful childhood living with Down syndrome in this debut picture book - adapted for audio. Mia likes many of the things other people like--going to the beach, the color blue, drawing. But she doesn't like when strangers stare at her...