The Maldonado Miracle

The Maldonado Miracle is a novel by Theodore Taylor that tells the story of a young boy named Jose Maldonado. Jose is a Mexican-American who crosses the border into the United States in search of his father, who has gone there to find work. After a difficult journey, Jose arrives in a small town where he is taken in by a kind priest. The town is struggling economically, and the arrival of Jose coincides with a series of miraculous events that begin to occur, including the statue of the town's patron saint weeping blood. These miracles lead to an influx of visitors and revitalization of the town's economy. As the town is transformed by these events, Jose grapples with his own personal struggles and the mystery of his father's whereabouts. The novel explores themes of faith, hope, and the search for belonging, as well as the challenges faced by immigrants. Ultimately, the story is a heartwarming tale of a community's renewal and a young boy's journey towards self-discovery and reconciliation with his past.