Author: Francisco Mantaña ibañez

Translated: David Bowles

Page Count: 320

Published: March 23, 2021

ISBN: 9781646140442

Two intertwining stories of Bogotá.

One, a family of five children, left to live on their own.

The other, a girl in an orphanage who will do anything to befriend the mysterious Immortal Boy.

How they weave together will never leave you.

Presented in English and Spanish.

“Harshly authentic ...haunting ...heartbreaking.” -Shelf-Awareness


“Intense, surreal, and mysterious.” -Kirkus


“An unforgettable and tragic story, with many entry points for deep discussions.” -School Library Journal (starred)


“The stark beauty of Montaña Ibáñez’s narrative will give those who pick it up much to contemplate.” -Publishers Weekly


“Unforgettable...Ibáñez’s work will leave readers speechless.” -Booklist