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Enrique's Journey: The Young Adult Adaptation

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Enrique's Journey (The Young Adult Adaptation): The True Story of a Boy Determined to Reunite with His Mother

by Sonia Nazario

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5873 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	298 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

A coming-of-age story about a young boy's harrowing journey from Honduras to the United States, Enrique's Journey is a must-read for young adults.

Enrique is a young boy from Honduras who dreams of a better life. When his mother is forced to leave the country to find work in the United States, Enrique is left behind with his grandmother. But when his grandmother becomes ill, Enrique knows he must make the dangerous journey to the United States to find his mother.

Enrique's journey is a long and perilous one. He must travel through dangerous jungles, across treacherous rivers, and through unforgiving deserts. He is often hungry and thirsty, and he is constantly afraid of being caught by the authorities. But Enrique is determined to find his mother, and he never gives up hope.

Along the way, Enrique meets a cast of unforgettable characters who help him on his journey. There is Chayo, a young woman who is also traveling to the United States; Lalo, a kind-hearted coyote who helps Enrique cross the bFree Download; and Bishop Romero, a priest who provides Enrique with food and shelter. These people show Enrique that there is still good in the world, even in the darkest of times.

Enrique's journey is ultimately a story of hope. It is a story about a young boy who overcomes incredible odds to achieve his dreams. Enrique's Journey is a must-read for young adults who are looking for a book that will inspire them and give them hope.

About the Author

Sonia Nazario is an award-winning journalist who has written extensively about immigration. Her book, Enrique's Journey, was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and won the National Book Critics Circle Award. Nazario has also been honored with the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship.

Reviews

"Enrique's Journey is a powerful and moving story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges faced by immigrants." - The Washington Post

"A beautifully written and heartbreaking story that will open your eyes to the plight of immigrants." - The Los Angeles Times

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Enrique's Journey (The Young Adult Adaptation): The True Story of a Boy Determined to Reunite with His Mother

by Sonia Nazario

4.5 out of 5