Claro De Luna (The Moonlit Vine)
Claro De Luna (The Moonlit Vine)
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Lee & Low Publishers
Annotation: Taína, una joven de catorce años, acaba de enterarse que es descendiente de una larga línea de fuertes mujeres taínas. ¿Pero, le ayudará esto a traer paz y justicia a su familia y comunidad? (Fourteen-year-old Taína just learned that she is a descendant of a long line of strong Taíno women, but will knowing this help her bring peace and justice to her family and community?)
 
Reviews: 1
Catalog Number: #363754
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Copyright Date: 2023
Edition Date: c2023 Release Date: 05/30/23
Pages: 376 p.
ISBN: 1-643-79651-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-643-79651-2
Dewey: Fic
LCCN: 2022045943
Dimensions: 22 cm
Language: Spanish
Reviews:
School Library Journal (Mon May 01 00:00:00 CDT 2023)

Gr 7 Up —Full of Puerto Rican history and folklore, this novel captures the magic of the Caribbean while presenting an unforgettable heroine teens will root for. Readers follow Ta&7;na Perez, a Puerto Rican teenager who has always been curious about her name and family's history. She gets a lead from her grandmother, who confesses that her name means more than she thought. The 14-year-old's abuela reveals that she might be a direct a descendant of Anacaona, a strong Ta&7;na Indian princess who fought as a warrior until she was murdered in 1503. Ta&7;na's life completely changes as she realizes that her identity is more tied to her island's history than she ever would've thought. Grandma also gifts her a 14th-century amulet that releases a power she holds within her. As the story progresses, readers will get deep insight about Puerto Rico, the island's ancestors, and how learning about the past will shape the present and future. This genre-bending book is perfect for those seeking a coming-of-age novel with threads of the speculative and historical. Share with fans of Daniel Jos&3; Older's "Shadowshaper" trilogy. VERDICT An engaging novel for younger teens that centers around a relatable heroine and a fascinating history.—Aurora Dominguez

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School Library Journal (Mon May 01 00:00:00 CDT 2023)
Reading Level: 5.8
Interest Level: 7-12

Taína, una joven de catorce años, acaba de enterarse que es descendiente de una larga línea de fuertes mujeres taínas. Pero, le ayudará esto a traer paz y justicia a su familia y comunidad? Fourteen-year-old Taína just learned that she is a descendant of a long line of strong Taíno women, but will knowing this help her bring peace and justice to her family and community? A pesar de su nombre, Taína Pérez no sabe nada de su herencia taína, ni ha intentado nunca aprender. Al fin y al cabo, cómo podría ayudar la historia antigua de Puerto Rico con todo lo que está pasando? Hay constantes problemas en la escuela y en su barrio, han echado a su hermano mayor de casa y, como su madre está trabajando, le toca a ella sola cuidar de su hermano pequeño y de su abuela anciana. Es mucho para una niña de catorce años. Pero la vida da un giro radical cuando su abuela le dice que es descendiente directa de Anacaona, la bienamada líder taína, guerrera y poeta, que fue asesinada por los españoles en 1503. La abuela también le regala un amuleto y un cemí y le dice que ha llegado el momento de asumir su poder como las mujeres que la precedieron. Pero es eso posible? La gente como ella apenas consigue salir de sus circunstancias, y los problemas de su hogar y de su comunidad son mucho más grandes de lo que Taína puede manejar. O lo son? Un relato moderno intercalado con capítulos históricos, Claro de luna ofrece a los lectores una poderosa historia de lucha, esperanza y liberación colectiva del pueblo puertorriqueño y taíno. Despite her name, Taína Perez doesn't know anything about her Taíno heritage, nor has she ever tried to learn. After all, how would ancient Puerto Rican history help with everything going on? There's constant trouble at school and in her neighborhood, her older brother was kicked out of the house, and with her mom at work, she's left alone to care for her little brother and aging grandmother. It's a lot for a fourteen-year-old to manage. But life takes a wild turn when her abuela tells her she is a direct descendant of Anacaona, the beloved Taíno leader, warrior, and poet, who was murdered by the Spanish in 1503. Abuela also gives her an amulet and a zemi and says that it's time for her to step into her power like the women who came before her. But is that even possible? People like her hardly make it out of their circumstances, and the problems in her home and community are way bigger than Taína can manage. Or are they? A modern tale with interstitial historical chapters, The Moonlit Vine brings readers a powerful story of the collective struggle, hope, and liberation of Puerto Rican and Taíno peoples.


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