Rise & Shine, It's Mardi Gras time! Arianna Reiche unable to remember anything about

unable to remember anything about the night in question

offering a powerful "reminder that the ability to listen thoughtfully is a rare and significant gift" ( The Wall Street Journal)

most importantly

In this beautifully crafted and profoundly moving novel

' A life-affirming

Rise & Shine, It's Mardi Gras time! Arianna Reiche unable to remember anything aboutMardi Gras is the most magical time of year for Petite Float and her papa. This season, Petite is extra excited because, for the first time, she will be joining the other floats in the parade as they roll down the streets of town. Even her dreams haven't prepared her for the splendor that is Carnival: the happy crowds, the hand painted throws, the dazzling flambeaux, and the sparkling floats. As day turns to night, Petite experiences all the best