Documents the journey of a Honduran teen who braved hardship and peril to reunite with his mother after she was forced to leave him behind and seek migratory work in the United States.
Contents
Map: Enrique's journey from Tegucigalpa to Nuevo Laredo -- Boy left behind -- Rebellion -- Seeking mercy -- Facing the beast -- Gifts and faith -- On the border -- Dark river crossing -- Perhaps a new life -- Girl left behind -- Unexpected reunions -- Epilogue: two promises -- Afterword: Women, children, and the immigrant debate.