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Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:★ “A captivating read.”School Library Journal, Starred One night Sophie and her parents are called to a hospital where Pedro, a six-year-old Mexican boy, is recovering from dehydration. Crossing the border into Arizona with a group of Mexicans and a coyote, or guide, Pedro and his parents faced such harsh conditions that the boy is the only survivor. Pedro comes to live with Sophie, her parents, and Sophie's Aunt Dika, a refugee of the war in Bosnia. Sophie loves Pedroher Principito, or Little Prince. But after a year, Pedros surviving family in Mexico makes contact, and Sophie, Dika, Dikas new boyfriend, and his son must travel with Pedro to his hometown so that he can make a heartwrenching decision. An IRA Award Winner An Américas Award Honor Book An ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adults A Colorado Book Award Winner A Cybil Award Finalist A School Library Journal Best Book A Richies Pick Synopsis:An IRA Award winner and an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adults, this novel explores the harsh reality faced by a six-year-old illegal immigrant from Mexico, and the American girl who compassionately tries to help him after tragedy strikes.
About the AuthorLaura Resau lived in the Mixtec region of Oaxaca, Mexico, for two years as an English teacher and anthropologist. She now lives with her husband and her dog in Colorado. From the Hardcover edition. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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