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In this heart‑warming tale, seven‑year‑old Arun eagerly anticipates the moment he will meet his soon‑to‑be‑sister, Asha, after the complex process of international adoption. With his parents working through legal hurdles, Arun’s excitement grows alongside his curiosity about what family truly looks like when it crosses borders. The story invites young readers to explore themes of acceptance, cultural discovery, and the bonds that bind new siblings together.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Uma Krishnaswami
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