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Paola Santiago and the Forest of Nightmares

Paola Santiago and the Forest of Nightmares

Published in
2021
4.13
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Description

In the sequel to Tehlor Kay Mejia's critically acclaimed novel, Paola Santiago is struggling with her altered relationships with her best friends and her mom's new boyfriend, six months after her encounter with La Llorona. Her life is further complicated by nightmares featuring a forest and her estranged father, who she barely remembers. As Dante's abuela falls ill, Pao's journey to find her father takes her on a path filled with new monsters, ghosts, and a shocking betrayal. Her discoveries about her father's secrets could either save or destroy the people she loves. Drawing from her Mexican heritage, Mejia weaves a tale combining folklore creatures with contemporary challenges.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
336 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Exciting blend of science and magic
  • Strong character development
  • Incorporates Latinx folklore
  • Promotes the importance of friendship and bravery