First published 1992
Eleven-year-old Evelina leaves Puerto Rico for the harsh realities of 1930s New York. Facing discrimination and poverty, she must find the strength to overcome daunting obstacles. But with patience and an unbreakable spirit, Evelina discovers she can make a difference, one person at a time. This is the true story of a young leader who proved that compassion and determination can change a community.
Genres: american-fiction, historical-fiction, 20th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, overcoming-adversity
Setting: New York, New York (State), New York (N.Y.)
Period: 1930s
64 pages · Paperback · Steck-Vaughn Co
Content warnings: racism