The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera

This book is gripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes - truly a beautiful cuento. As Petra shares her tales and they guide her shipmates out of darkness, readers will find corners of their own hearts illuminated as well. The Last Cuentista Short Summary In this sci-fi adventure, a young storyteller wants to save and protect the lost memories of her people. 'The brilliance of Higuera's narrative is that it shows rather than tells us the power of story.

Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. Her favorite childhood activities were calling the library's dial-a-story over and over again and sneaking into a restricted pioneers' cemetery to weave her own spooky tales using the crumbling headstones for inspiration. 'Higuera spins a tale that crosses the depths of space, interweaving Mexican folklore with a mystical strand of science fiction.' - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) The Last Cuentista By: Donna Barba Higuera Narrated by: Frankie Corzo Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins 4.6 (299 ratings) Try for 0.00 Pick 1 title (2 titles for Prime members) from our collection of bestsellers and new releases. Donna Barba Higuera grew up in a tiny desert town in central California surrounded by agricultural and oil fields. 'A strong, heroic character, fighting incredible odds to survive and protect others.' - School Library Journal (starred review) 'Gripping, euphonious, and full of storytelling magic.' - Publishers Weekly (starred review) School Library Journal's Best of the YearĬhicago Public Library's Best of the Best The Last Cuentista Hardcover Octoby Donna Barba Higuera (Author) 965 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle 8.51 Read with Our Free App Audiobook 0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover 12.99 39 Used from 7.25 31 New from 12.99 3 Collectible from 69.99 Paperback 9.07 6 Used from 9.21 10 New from 9. Minneapolis Star Tribune's Best of the Year

The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera