Enjoy carnival rides and deep-fried pickles in this warm, funny middle grade novel about home, friendship, and unexpected courage.

Miranda is the lead singer in her family’s band, Miranda y Los Reyes. Her family has worked hard performing at festivals and quinceañeras. Now that they have a shot at the main stage, will Miranda be brave enough to sing from the heart?

Flor’s family runs the petting zoo, and the carnival is the only place that’s ever felt like home. When she overhears the owner talk about cutting the zoo to cover Miranda’s main stage salary, she knows she has to take action. Will she have the heart for sabotage or will she find the courage for new friendship?

“[A] LIVELY, FAST-PACED ADVENTURE.” —PUBLISHER’S WEEKLY

“FEELINGS OF SUMMER FUN AND SMELLS OF FUNNEL CAKE WILL FOLLOW READERS HOME FROM THIS ENGAGING STORY OF FAMILY AND FRIENDSHIP.” —KIRKUS REVIEWS

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