Red Midnight

Red Midnight
Author(s): Ben Mikaelsen

When guerrilla soldiers strike Santiago's village, they destroy everything in their path -- including his home and family. Santiago and his four-year-old sister escape, running for their lives. But the only way they can be truly safe is to leave Guatemala behind forever. So Santiago and Angelina set sail in a sea kayak their Uncle Ramos built while dreaming of his own escape. Sailing through narrow channels guarded by soldiers, shark-infested waters, and days of painful heat and raging storms, Santiago and Angelina face an almost impossible voyage hundreds of miles across the open ocean, heading for the hope of a new life in the United States.

Review(s):
“Fans who expect a gripping tale of overcoming dangers, will not be disappointed.”
“A terrific survival story.”

Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies (NCSS/CBC), IRA/CBC Young Adults’ Choice, Nevada Young Readers’ Award, International Reading Association Notable Book for a Global Society

ISBN:  9780380805617