Mitch Albom and his wife Janine became a family of three after bringing Chika. I listened to the audio book read by the author and would recommend that version of the book because you will get to hear Chika's voice. The strength of Chika, the unbending love of Mitch and Janine for this special little girl and the story of their journey together will stay with you for a very long time. Wow, just read it and share it with others. It is inspiring.

Mitch Albom became involved in running an orphanage in Hatii. He returned home and became a foster parent to Chika. She was gravely ill and the hope was that in America she would be cured. That was not to be. This is a beautiful story of the time the Albom’s had with Chika and all they did to make her short life the life possible.