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Anita de la Torre never questioned her freedom living in the Dominican Republic. But by her 12th birthday in 1960, most of her relatives have emigrated to the United States, her Tío Toni has disappeared without a trace, and the government's secret police terrorize her remaining family because of their suspected opposition of el Trujillo's dictatorship. Using the strength and courage of her family, Anita must overcome her fears and fly to freedom, leaving all that she once knew behind. From renowned author Julia Alvarez comes an unforgettable story about adolescence, perseverance, and one girl's struggle to be free.Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-100375815449
ISBN-139780375815447
eBay Product ID (ePID)200941514
Product Key Features
Book TitleBefore We Were Free
Publication Year2002
TopicPeople & Places / United States / Hispanic & Latino, People & Places / Caribbean & Latin America, General
LanguageEnglish
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorJulia Alvarez
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Ages 2-3, under 2 Years