The Last Cuentista, by Donna Barba Higuera, is such a good book. Strong characters, fascinating family dynamics, storytelling…

And a run for the stars as the world crumbles around the characters. 

And that’s just the beginning.

Seriously, this is a fabulous story that makes me think about the importance of stories, of imagination, and of differences in culture. And it does all of that without ever once getting didactic. The Last Cuentista just lives her story–and tells her stories–and brings hope.

Hope, and a way forward through the darkness. I think that’s woven into all the best stories.

If you like science fiction for young people, I’d strongly recommend reading this one.  

Have you read it? What do you think of it? I’d love to know.