Description

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Paola Gomez's childhood in an abusive home led her to dedicate her life to providing shelter for women and children in crisis. But when standing up against those responsible for the murder of a street child led to death threats against her and her family, she knew she was in trouble. After a brutal attack in the dark of night, she had only one choice: flee or die. Within hours she had left behind everyone and everything she had ever known in Colombia to start a new life in North America, where she continues her advocacy work for children, women, and at-risk communities.

About the Author

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Natalie Hyde is the author of the bestselling novels Saving Armpit and Hockey Girl. Her numerous non-fiction books include Glow-in-the-Dark Creatures, and Stay Strong, the first book in the series of biographies about refugees seeking a new home in Canada. She lives with her family in Cambridge, Ontario.