  | Bringing back Kay-Kay Author: Kothari, Dev | |
| Price: $23.78 | ||
Summary:
When her older brother, Karthik--Kay-Kay, the golden child of the family heads to camp for two weeks, Lena's parents begin showering her with all the attention she craves. But when the scheduled train arrives and Karthik isn't on it, Lena is stricken with guilt and fear for her beloved Kay-Kay. Her brother has vanished without a trace, and the police view him as a runaway. Incredulous, Lena undertakes a search of her own.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (09/15/24)
Booklist (10/01/24)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (00/09/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 10/01/2024 Lena Krishnan refuses to believe that her brother, Karthik, has disappeared. He was on his way home from summer camp with his closest friends, but his train returned without him. The police will only follow procedure, and Lena’s parents are too distraught to do more than sip chai and stare at his empty seat on the sofa, so Lena makes it her mission to find Kay-Kay. After a quick search of his room, she discovers a bag full of clues: poems. Some are sad, some are joyful; but the one about a new friend leads Lena out to the dusty rails where Kay-Kay was last seen. What she finds at the end of the line is more than she could have hoped for. Debut author Kothari weaves a memorable tale of familial love and fidelity that is filled with compassion and everyday magic. With the beautiful countryside of India as a backdrop to the caper-like plot, this story will engage young fans of cozy mysteries and thrilling adventures alike. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
