Linda C Mason

Quarrelsome Quaniqua Linda C Mason

This story contains sensitive material. It is not intended to be read as a bedtime story. Our story deals with a serious issue that some children must live with every day: an abusive living environment (non-sexual). The main character is a Latino teen (Quaniqua) who lives in poor, none-nurturing conditions. She becomes bitter and her behavior follows suit, until she meets someone outside of the home, and of a different culture, who finally teats her with respect. his causes Quanique to pull herself up and out of the pit she seemed to be falling into. Hang in there with her through the hard times, and see this young lady become a more productive, happier citizen. This story can be enjoyed by children eight and up; however, use parental wisdom as to if this story is suited for your particular younger child.