Mission Libertad

By Lizette M. Lantigua

Book Overview

Crack the Biblical code in this story of suspense, adventure, discovery, and faith Fact and fiction converge in this thrilling tale of 14-year old Luisito Ramirez--a courageous boy who daringly escapes from 1970s communist Cuba--as he becomes immersed in American culture, and carries out a secret religious mission under the eyes of spies. Integrating Spanish vocabulary and Cuban culture, this novel for ages 10-14 provides an exciting story of the Catholic faith lived out during turmoil. Themes include: communism, Latino culture, faith.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0819849006
• ISBN13: 9780819849007
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Pauline Books & Media
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.7" x 0.6" x 5.2"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12