Athaide's melodic, alliterative writing creates an immersive experience, capturing both the refreshing feeling of rain in the intense heat and the loving rapport between grandmother and grandchild. Sreenivasan's energetic illustrations bring to life the Fountainhas neighborhood of Goa with intricate details; the use of bright purples, yellows, and pinks provides an effective contrast to the gray weather. A cheerful frolic in the rain that celebrates old and new traditions. - Kirkus This satisfying work from Athaide and Sreenivasan sees a joyous rainy-season ritual evolve into a new practice. A child's new approaches result in personal growth in this spirited book about maturation and change across life's seasons. - Publishers Weekly This satisfying work from Athaide and Sreenivasan sees a joyous rainy-season ritual evolve into a new practice. A child's new approaches result in personal growth in this spirited book about maturation and change across life's seasons. - Publishers Weekly.