Going Home - by Nicholasa Mohr (Paperback)

About the Book

Felita returns to her native Puerto Rico. But her trip isn't what she thoughtit would be and she wants to go back home.

Book Synopsis

In this sequel to Felita, Felita's going to Puerto Rico! It's like a dream to her, although she'll miss her friends. But Felita's summer isn't at all what she expected. Her uncle's small village is boring, and none of the girls wants to be friends with an outsider. Felita desperately wants to go home. But she gradually finds a way to fit in, and by summer's end, Felita knows she will miss her new friends and her homeland.

From the Back Cover

A whole summer in Puerto Rico!

Felita can't believe she's going to Puerto Rico. It's like a dream come true, although she'll miss her friends -- especially Vinny. She's also glad to escape her mother's extra-strict supervision now that she's "a young lady". But Felita's summer isn't at all what she expected. Her uncle's small village is boring, and none of the girls want to be friends with an outsider. Felita desperately wants to go home. But she gradually manages to fit in, and by summer's end, Felita knows she will miss her new friends and her homeland.

Review Quotes

"Felita is a vivid, memorable character, well realized and well developed". -- School Library Journal

About the Author

Nicholasa Mohr has written many books, primarily aimed towards young adults, and has won numerous awards for her writing.