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Miles Shaw, a high‑school sophomore, arrives in New Orleans to live with his estranged father, a jazz musician. As Hurricane Katrina rages, the pair seek refuge in the Superdome, where the storm’s ferocity forces them to confront personal fears and past grievances. Through shared hardship, they grow closer and learn the true meaning of family, resilience, and the enduring power of music.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Paul Volponi
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