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Jason's single mom, an Afghan immigrant, is suddenly arrested for being undocumented. He has U.S. citizenship, but no relatives except for family friend "Auntie" Seema. Jason ventures to New York City with only Seema's partial address to seek help. From winding up in a hospital to escaping with a feisty epilepsy patient, Jason's urban adventures are exciting while occasionally requiring suspension of disbelief.