Sisi Aisha Johnson

Twelve-year-old Lanesha doesn't have a fancy house or a big group of friends, but she has something much more important: Mama Ya-Ya. Living in the tight-knit Ninth Ward of New Orleans, Lanesha is raised by her fiercely loving caretaker, a wise woman who has the mysterious ability to predict the future. Mama Ya-Ya's visions have always kept them safe. But when she foresees a terrifying, massive hurricane named Katrina fast approaching their home, the warning is more dire than anything they have ever faced. As the storm hits and the floodwaters begin to rise, Lanesha realizes that she can no longer rely solely on Mama Ya-Ya's protection. It is up to her to find the courage, strength, and hope that her caretaker has instilled in her over the years. This deeply emotional and uplifting story is a celebration of resilience and the unbreakable bonds of family. It is a gripping tale of survival that shows how love can shine through even the darkest of storms.