About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a major life transition, such as a move or a change in family dynamics, and needs a model of quiet strength and perseverance. This historical novel follows Petra Luna, a twelve year old girl leading her grandmother and younger siblings across the dangerous landscape of the Mexican Revolution toward the United States border. It is a deeply moving exploration of what it means to carry the weight of a family promise while clinging to your own dreams. Parents will appreciate how the story balances the harsh realities of war and poverty with a luminous sense of hope. While the setting is historical, the emotional core of Petra's journey, her struggle between childhood and the sudden demands of adulthood, is timeless. It is best suited for middle grade readers who are ready for a serious but ultimately uplifting story about grit, heritage, and the search for a better life.
