by Ruth Krauss
First published 1982
When a woman opens her door, a flutter of butterflies suddenly fills the room. Enchanted, she welcomes the delicate creatures, watching their graceful dance. For a moment, she sees the world anew through their eyes - simple, joyful, unburdened by adult worries. This unexpected visitation sparks her childlike sense of wonder, uncovering the hidden beauty that has always been there, just waiting to be rediscovered.
Genres: fiction, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, magical-realism
Setting: Indian Hat
Period: Everyday Life
48 pages · Library Binding · HarperCollins