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Set in Bolivia in 1999, the story follows Francisco, a seventeen‑year‑old, and his eight‑year‑old sister Pilar after their father is unjustly arrested and their mother leaves. The brothers and sister must confront the challenges of a corrupt, unforgiving environment as they struggle to maintain their family life.
Their story unfolds within a broader context of political corruption and the experiences of the Aymara Indians, highlighting the impact of prison systems on families and the social fabric of Bolivian society.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Melanie Crowder
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