In a novel full of hope, but with no easy answers, Julia Alvarez weaves a beautiful and timely story that will stay with readers long after they finish it.
Winner of the Pura Belpré Award
Winner of the Américas Award
An NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
"A must-read." --Kirkus Reviews
"Communicates in compassionate and expressive prose the more difficult points of perhaps the most pressing social issue of our day." --San Antonio Express-News
"This timely novel, torn right from the newspaper headlines, conveys a positive message of cooperation and understanding." --School Library Journal
"The plot is purposive, with messages about the historical connections between migrant workers today and the Indians' displacement, the Underground Railroad, and earlier immigrants seeking refuge. . . . The questions raised about the meaning of patriotism will spark debate." --Booklist
"A tender, well-constructed book." --Publishers Weekly