Caroline Murphy is a Hurricane Child. Being born during a hurricane is unlucky, and 12-year-old Caroline has had her share of bad luck lately. But when a new student named Kalinda arrives, Caroline's luck begins to turn around.
The poignant memoir of a young girl who lost her hearing due to spinal meningitis and must now wear a Phonic Ear, or large hearing aid. Poor Cece stands out in the crowd when all she wants is to fit in and make friends.