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244 pp.
| Candlewick |
March, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7636-4602-8$17.99
(3)
YA
This is the story of Sonia, a girl who has been chosen to bear the weight of her community's hopes and fears; of Pancho, the boy who loves her; and of Rafael, the brother who dreams of a different life. When Sonia tries to shed her responsibilities and leave the village, their destinies collide in a gripping tale that will leave readers wanting more.