This Newbery Honor collection of poetry by Margarita Engle tells the story of conflict and struggle in the 1800s in Cuba and is told through different characters' points of view. The main character is Rosa, to whom all other characters are connected. It chronicles different periods of the characters' lives as they experience Cuba's history and struggle. The poetic style makes it an easy read and engages the reader to continue reading about the characters and their struggles.
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