At the age of fourteen, Francisco Jiménez, together with his older brother Roberto and his mother, are caught by la migra. Forced to leave their home, the entire family travels all night for twenty hours by bus, arriving at the U.S. and Mexican border in Nogales, Arizona. In the months and years that follow, Francisco, his mother and father, and his seven brothers and sister not only struggle to keep their family together, but also face crushing poverty, long hours of labor, and blatant prejudice. How they sustain their hope, their goodheartedness, and tenacity is revealed in this moving sequel to The Circuit. Without bitterness or sentimentality, Francisco Jiménez finishes telling the story of his youth.

Sequel to: The circuit. Part of libraries Ncss recommended collection, Grade 6-8.

Forced out --Home alone -- Stepping out -- Together again -- Back to the fields -- Saint Christopher medal -- Summer skirmishes -- Becoming a saint -- If the shoe fits -- A promotion -- A typing machine -- Making connections -- Broken heart -- Behind the wheel -- Turning a page -- Los Santitos -- Choosing sides -- Junior scandals -- Running for office -- A new life -- A test of faith -- A fumble -- A breakthrough -- Graduation Day -- Still moving.