Perched On The Rooftop
Based on a true story
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Perched On The Rooftop
Description
"Perched On The Rooftop" is a compelling true story about a family's resilience in the face of overwhelming challenges. The journey begins with a harrowing storm that compels the family to find strength in each other.
In the heart of the 1970s somewhere in Honduras, Minda, a spirited young woman, falls victim to a debilitating illness shrouded in mystery. What begins as innocuous headaches and fevers soon spiral into a sinister affliction, defying the arsenal of home remedies wielded by her determined mother, Mita.
Desperate for a cure, Mita seeks solace in modern medicine, consulting countless doctors and exhausting every treatment they prescribe, only to be disappointed at every turn. As Minda's condition worsens, plunging her family into a state of despair, Mita finds herself grappling with forces beyond her comprehension, helpless in the face of an insidious foe.
In a last-ditch effort to save her daughter, Mita turns to a renowned healer whose cryptic advice offers a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. With no other recourse but to wait, Mita and her family endure the agonizing uncertainty, their hearts heavy with the weight of Minda's suffering.
Amidst the backdrop of a slowly evolving town disconnected from modern advancements, Mita's remote community's isolation compounds their plight. Yet, amidst the struggle, they find strength in each other, buoyed by the unwavering support of Mita's oldest son, Lito, who remains a steadfast pillar of stability in their darkest hour.
But just as hope begins to wane, a mysterious figure emerges from the shadows, wielding ancient rituals and arcane knowledge beyond comprehension. With his arrival, the tide starts to turn as the enigmatic stranger sets forth on a journey to conquer the impossible and unveil the secrets that hold Minda's fate in balance.
In the end, against all odds, this mysterious man's apparition brings salvation. His otherworldly abilities transcend the barriers of the known world to deliver Minda from the grips of darkness and despair. In a tale of resilience, courage, and the enduring power of faith, Mita and her family emerge from the depths of despair, forever changed by the miraculous intervention that defied all explanation.
Shipping & Processing
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- Supplier delays: Occasionally a supplier is delayed, or their stock information turns out to be inaccurate. We’ll keep your order open for up to 60 days. If an item hasn’t shipped or isn’t on its way to us by then, we’ll cancel that item and refund it.
How accurate is availability?
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Delivery
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- Australia Post usually delivers within 2–10 business days of shipping (around 4 in metro areas and around 6 in regional areas).
- If your order has more than one item, we hold the in-stock items until everything is ready, so we can ship your whole order together in one parcel.
- Shipping cost: Free on orders over $100 within Australia, otherwise $9.95 flat rate per order however many items you buy. Free shipping applies to Australian addresses only; delivery to New Zealand is $14.95 per order.
- Check your address: If an order goes to an incorrect address you gave us, or isn’t collected and Australia Post returns it to us, you’ll need to pay the postage to send it again.
Cancellations
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- Separate orders can’t be combined once they’ve been placed, and adding or swapping items can change the delivery estimate.
- Supplier delays: Occasionally a supplier is delayed, or their stock information turns out to be inaccurate. We’ll keep your order open for up to 60 days. If an item hasn’t shipped or isn’t on its way to us by then, we’ll cancel that item and refund it.
Faulty or damaged items are always covered. See Returns.
Returns
Damaged or incorrect items (within 30 days)
If an item arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 30 days of delivery. We may ask for a photo, and if we need the item back we’ll send a prepaid return label, so it costs you nothing. You’ll receive a replacement or refund, as guaranteed under the Australian Consumer Law.
Change of mind (within 30 days)
We offer a refund or store credit for change of mind within 30 days of purchase when:
- you have your proof of purchase;
- the item is unused and in its original condition and packaging;
- it isn’t a sale item, special order, custom item or gift voucher.
You pay the postage to return change-of-mind items. Change-of-mind returns aren’t available for print-on-demand titles or bulk orders with special pricing.
Returned to sender
If an order is sent to an incorrect address you gave us, or isn’t collected and Australia Post returns it to us, you’ll need to pay the postage to send it again.