When Allison's parents explain to her that she is adopted, her world becomes an uncomfortable place. She wonders why she was given up, what her real name is, and whether other children have parents in far away countries. Allison's doll becomes her only solace until she finds a stray cat in the garden and learns the true meaning of adoption and parental love. "A subtle, sensitive probing of interracial adoption, this exquisitely illustrated story will encourage thoughtful adult-child dialogue on a potentially difficult issue." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review