Color of Sound

"e;[A] salient celebration of family, music, and neurodiversity."e; -starred, Publishers Weekly"e;A top pick for any middle school collection; a perfect book club pick and a reminder to all that patience and understanding can change lives."e; starred, School Library JournalTwelve-year-old Rosie is a musical prodigy whose synesthesia allows her to see music in colors. She s never told anyone this, though. She already stands out more than enough as a musical prodigy who plays better than most adults. Rosie s mom expects her to become a professional violinist. But this summer, Rosie refuses to play.She wants to have a break. To make friends and discover new hobbies. To find out who she would be if her life didn t revolve around the violin.So instead of attending a prestigious summer music camp, Rosie goes with her mom to visit her grandparents. Grandma Florence s health is failing, Grandpa Jack doesn t talk much, and Rosie s mom is furious with her for giving up the violin. But Rosie is determined to make the most of her strike. And when she meets a girl who seems distinctly familiar, she knows this summer will be unlike any other.With help from a mysterious glitch in time plus her grandparents, an improv group, and a new instrument Rosie uncovers secrets that change how she sees her family, herself, and the music that s always been part of her.