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Against the fierce backdrop of the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941, "When the Rainbow Goddess Wept" follows nine‑year‑old Yvonne as she is forced to leave home when her family joins the resistance. Amid the death and devastation of war, Yvonne looks to the generations of Filipino folklore—stories of the legendary woman warrior Bongkatulan and the benevolent rainbow goddess—to find comfort and courage. The novel intertwines Filipino myth with a pivotal moment in Philippine history, offering a vivid portrayal of bravery, cultural identity, and the enduring power of storytelling.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Cecilia Manguerra Brainard
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