Before We Were Free

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Synopsis
Anita de la Torre never questioned her freedom living in the Dominican Republic. But by her 12th birthday in 1960, most of her relatives have emigrated to the United States, her Tio Toni has disappeared without a trace, and the government's secret police terrorize her remaining family because of their suspected opposition of el Trujillo's dictatorship.

Using the strength and courage of her family, Anita must overcome her fears and fly to freedom, leaving all that she once knew behind.

From renowned author Julia Alvarez comes an unforgettable story about adolescence, perseverance, and one girl's struggle to be free.

Winner of the Pura Belpre Medal

Copyright:
2002

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9780307433176
Related ISBNs:
9780399555497
Publisher:
Dell Laurel-Leaf A imprint of Random House
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Julia Alvarez
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Literature and Fiction
Grade Levels:
Sixth grade, Seventh grade, Eighth grade, Ninth grade, Tenth grade
Reading Age:
12 and up
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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