Pam Muñoz RyanChildren's Books · Historical Fiction
Esperanza Rising
Synopsis
Esperanza had a life of privilege in Mexico, but tragedy strikes and she and her mother are forced to flee to California. They must learn to survive and find hope amidst the harsh realities of farm labor camps during the Great Depression. This is a story of resilience, family, and finding strength in the face of adversity.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10
Content warnings (1)
Death Of A Parent







