What is this sound that stirs the night? A tune so sweet, yet strange in sight, From his coat, he lifts that shining brass, And blows a spellbound, jazzy blast. The streetlights twirl, they dip and sway, Lanterns wink, and rivers gleam— Butterflies dance, the crickets sing, Oh, stranger, what charm you bring, Youíve made the night a sparkling thing. But look, oh look! Whatís happening here? The women of the town gather, drawing near, Eyes aglow, all spellbound bright— Each one dressed for a prince tonight! Madeleine is a musical fiction novel written by Sean Ichiro Hayashi, inspired by his love for musical plays and fantasy stories. Enjoyable for pre-teens and adults of all ages, it is the first musical story in The Healing Forest collection_—_a curated series of tales inspired by everyday life, whether through family, friends, or the people around us.