Sonia Ocampo is a wonderful heroine in an evocative story with a rich South American setting and a touch of magic. When Sonia is born she is thought to have special powers of healing. While 16 year old Sonia knows that she is not so blessed, she is still willing to help people but, when a school friend dies, despite Sonia’s help, she knows she must leave and abandon the pretence. Sonia’s story is full of romance and adventure, shot through with magical realism.
On the night Sonia Ocampo is born, the village folk of Tres Montes survive the most horrific storm they have ever seen. Immediately they believe Sonia must possess a special gift to heal and protect. But after a young boy dies despite her prayers, sixteen-year-old Sonia is filled with shame and a sense of utter powerlessness.
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On the night Sonia Ocampo is born, the village folk of Tres Montes survive the most horrific storm they have ever seen. Immediately they believe Sonia must possess a special gift to heal and protect.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Girl Who Could Silence the Wind and determined it is suitable for children aged 13-14 years old
The Girl Who Could Silence the Wind features in the following genres: Recommended Children's eBooks, Recommendations, Featured Books for 13+ readers
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The Girl Who Could Silence the Wind was written by Meg Medina and published by Walker Books Ltd
The Girl Who Could Silence the Wind has 243 pages