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NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNER • An unforgettable graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy's family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito — his legendary crime-fighting, grandfather who was once a part of the Mexican Revolution! But that doesn't mean Pedro is excited at the news that Abuelito is coming to live with their family. After all, Pedro has 8 brothers and sisters and the house is crowded enough! Still, Pedro piles into the Winnebago with his family for a road trip to Mexico to bring Abuelito home, and what follows is the trip of a lifetime, one filled with laughs and heartache. Along the way, Pedro finally connects with his abuelito and learns what it means to grow up and find his grito.

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Newbery Honor Book
New York Times Best Children's Books of 2023
NPR Best Book of the Year
Booklist Best Book of the Year
Kirkus Best Book of the Year
Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2023
School Library Journal Best Graphic Novel 2023
Booklist Best Books of 2023
ALSC 2024 Notable Children's Books
Amazon Best Book of the Year
New York Public Library Best Book of the Year
Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year

Reviews:


★ "Full of humor, heart, and a decent amount of gross-out moments, Martín's coming-of-age memoir hits all the right notes ... the struggles with establishing identity, especially as a child of immigrants whose identity straddles two cultures, feel as current as ever. The vibrant, action-packed panels offer plentiful details for readers to pore over, from scenes of crowded family chaos to the sights of Mexico. A retro yet timeless story of family and identity." — Kirkus,
★ "There's much to savour here, from the thoughtful exploration of bicultural identity to the good-natured snarky teasing of siblings to pivotal moments of growth amid guileless kidhood. It's a tightrope balancing act of antic humour and genuine pathos, and Martín pulls it off with tremendous flair." — Booklist
★ "Potent ... Equal parts hilarious and tear-jerking moments abound, rendered in a cartoon style with vibrant colour palettes that shift depending on the sequence's tone. This artistically inventive read, which teems with lively characters and emotion, is a joy to behold." — Publishers Weekly
★ "Deep familial bonds, a lovingly chaotic household, and a heartfelt exploration of culture and identity underpin this very memorable debut." — Horn Book
★ "Martín's memoir is an unpredictable fusion of humorous and reflective moments in his early life that gives fascinating insights into his family's many stories while hinting at larger cultural questions and histories ... The story’s art is vibrant ... An always entertaining story about the trials and joys of family." — School Library Journal
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