Salma the Syrian Chef natural disasters children see that God is

children see that God is like a shepherd

it's not until Corayne meets a rag-tag group of companions that she learns how to wield the magic slumbering in her blood--and how together they might stop what's coming

challenging what each knows about the other and herself

not the fancy equipment

Oktober gets separated from his family

Salma the Syrian Chef natural disasters children see that God is"All Salma wants is to make her mama smile again. Between English classes, job interviews, and missing Papa back in Syria, Mama always seems busy or sad. A homemade Syrian meal might cheer her up, but Salma doesn't know the recipe, or what to call the vegetables in English, or where to find the right spices! Luckily, the staff and other newcomers in her Welcome Home are happy to lend a hand and a sprinkle of sumac. With creativity, determination, and