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Gr 8 Up—The horrific atrocity of the Guatemalan genocide is recounted as a historical fiction graphic novel based on the truths experienced and researched by author and illustrator, Leon. Painting a full picture of the past meeting the present, brothers Jose and Charlie know their mother Clara was from Guatemala, though they were both American born. Without much help from a father who left when they were young, Clara quietly worked hard and raised the boys without hinting at the past. Yet a chance ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More