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Set against the backdrop of Hurricane Mitch’s catastrophic 1998 onslaught, the tale is narrated by a thirteen‑year‑old boy living in a small Honduran village. Through his eyes, readers experience the raw terror, the relentless winds, and the desperate fight for survival that swept across the Caribbean. The story captures both the human spirit and the harsh reality of nature’s fury, providing a poignant glimpse into the lives of those directly affected by this historic hurricane.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Terry Trueman
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