Sunday, October 5, 2008








Possibilities of Sainthood by Donna Freitas. Antonia Lucia Labella is a 15 year-old Italian-American student at a Catholic high school. Two things occupy much of Antonia’s thoughts – boys and sainthood. I especially liked Antonia’s choice-making as her expectations mature.

Her father’s death at age seven coupled with his words,” you are the saint of my heart’ has prompted Antonia to routinely write the Vatican; not only making suggestions for new patron saints but to be considered for sainthood herself. Antonia’s aspirations make for a genuinely funny story. Her first kiss is really special – loads of warmth and authenticity throughout. I listened to the audio version. The library also has the print version -

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