A story of the American South the love of a dog and the power of music.Whip-smart Ariel doesnt fit in. Only in the winds of the Blue Ridge Mountains and spring storms that mirror the unhappiness she feels at home.Her brother understands her but hes in Afghanistan. Her father hasn't been the same since George deployed. Her mother focuses on Ariels gorgeous sister. WheA story of the American South the love of a dog and the power of music.Whip-smart Ariel doesnt fit in. Only in the winds of the Blue Ridge Mountains and spring storms that mirror the unhappiness she feels at home.Her brother understands her but hes in Afghanistan. Her father hasn't been the same since George deployed. Her mother focuses on Ariels gorgeous sister. When Gloria is selected to be an Apple Blossom Parade princess Ariel feels even more the outsider and takes to the hills.There during a raging storm Ariel finds a lost dog who leads her to the safety of a cabin and Sergeant Josie a former Army K-9 handler. Together—with music dog-dancing and a storm-child-crazy plan—the three outcasts find themselves.(less)