THE GIRL AND THE GHOST

Mirai's narration beautifully sets the scene of a haunting Malaysian folktale rewritten as a modern-day ghost story. When her grandmother dies, young Suraya receives an unusual secret inheritance—a pelesit she names Pink. A frequently malevolent ghost, Pink becomes the lonely child’s first friend. Though the story is written for a middle-grade audience, Mirai's enticing performance draws listeners of all ages deep into Suraya’s world. As Suraya grows from a preschooler into her early teens, Mirai's character voice also matures, adding an additional note of verisimilitude. Using her undeniable talent, Mirai convincingly conveys other characters of different ages and origins, as well. A wonderful production sure to entertain. A.L.S.M. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2020]