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Larissa was born with a gift. The Brazilians call it poderes.
With the help from her brother Sergio, the children convince their father to take them on a trek to Brazil.
Their mission is to find their mother, whose plane has disappeared somewhere over the Amazon rainforest.
Larissa helps her family by uncovering clues from her vivid dreams that foretell the future. They travel a long, treacherous journey through unexplored regions of the Amazon and meet mysterious children in a hidden village.
The children help Larissa and Sergio face their fears, find out who they truly are, and discover the secrets of the white flower.
About the author
Andria Reingold-McLaughlin is an artist, educator, and writer who resides on Long Island. Since receiving her M.A. in communication arts and an M.S. in school counseling, she has worked in a public school, teaching art to students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. She has two boys, Tyler and Aaron, who continue to inspire her to write stories about children with a voice, strength, and intelligence.
Summary
Larissa was born with a gift. The Brazilians call it poderes. With the help from her brother Sergio, the children convince their father to take them on a trek to Brazil. Their mission is to find their mother, whose plane has disappeared somewhere over the Amazon rainforest. Larissa helps her family by uncovering clues from her vivid dreams that foretell the future. They travel a long, treacherous journey through unexplored regions of the Amazon and meet mysterious children in a hidden village. The children help Larissa and Sergio face their fears, find out who they truly are, and discover the secrets of the white flower.
