Vanished by Sheela Chari [Paperback]

In the captivating story, The Vanishing Veena, eleven-year-old Neela aspires to be a renowned musician. Her dreams take a troubling turn when her cherished antique veena—an intricately carved gift from her grandmother—mysteriously vanishes. As she investigates the disappearance, Neela uncovers a series of linked events involving a deceased musician, a new classmate, and an ancient curse. Her journey spans from Harvard Square to Chennai, where she seeks to recover her beloved veena while unraveling the truth behind the curse. Along the way, Neela learns valuable lessons about music, heritage, and what it truly means to be an artist. Will she succeed in reclaiming her family heirloom and preventing it from disappearing once more?