Sara is a blessed donkey with a magical story to tell! She has been with the Holy Family since before Jesus was born-for she was THE DONKEY THAT CARRIED MARY. From the seemingly endless journey to Bethlehem that long-ago night of his birth, to the dark day of his crucifixion, Sara bears witness to the most important happenings of all time. When she saves the Holy Family from two would-be robbers, Jesus grants Sara immortality-a gift she takes seriously. Never far from Mary's side, Sara vows to protect her from other humans who would cause her harm. Join Sara and Mary on their travels together in this unforgettable story for all ages. Who can say that animals cannot talk if they wish? Especially one as special as THE DONKEY THAT CARRIED MARY... From teenagers to Grandma and Grandpa, everyone will love this story told by Sara, the donkey who carried Jesus' mother, Mary, on their journey and lived out the long life Jesus promised her, always at Mary's side. Not a Sunday school lesson, but a warm and funny story of animals and people that brings Biblical events alive in a new way. -Judy Alter, WWA Hall of Fame writer and author of the Kelly O'Connell Mysteries