39 pages 1 hour read

Alda P. Dobbs

Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna by Alda P. Dobbs follows Petra Luna, a young girl navigating hardships during the Mexican Revolution. After her mother’s death and her father's conscription, Petra takes on the role of caretaker for her family. Facing numerous challenges, including fleeing from Federales, Petra shows resilience and determination as she strives to protect her siblings and reach safety. The source material features discussions of death, grief, war, and violence.

Reviews & Readership

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Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna by Alda P. Dobbs offers an engaging historical tale of bravery and resilience. Reviewers praise its rich cultural setting and the strong, relatable protagonist. However, some found the pacing uneven. Overall, it's lauded for bringing a vivid part of history to life but may appeal more to younger readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna?

Fans of historical fiction and coming-of-age stories will be captivated by Alda P. Dobbs's Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna. Ideal for readers who enjoyed Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan or Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarez, this book offers a gripping portrayal of courage and resilience during the Mexican Revolution.

RecommendedReading Age

8-12years

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Realistic Fiction

Latin American Literature

Topics

Military / War

History: World

Themes

Relationships: Family

Emotions/Behavior: Courage

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance