--- product_id: 11062713 title: "The Red Umbrella" brand: "christina diaz gonzalez" price: "€ 18.77" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/11062713-the-red-umbrella store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Red Umbrella **Brand:** christina diaz gonzalez **Price:** € 18.77 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Red Umbrella by christina diaz gonzalez - **How much does it cost?** € 18.77 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/11062713-the-red-umbrella) ## Best For - christina diaz gonzalez enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted christina diaz gonzalez brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Christina Diaz GonzalezThe Red Umbrella ## Images ![The Red Umbrella - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/814ka+b3FML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Red stands for genius *by L***N on Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2013* Christina Gonzalez has created a fictionalized story inspired by the experience of her parents who as children came to this country from Cuba between 1960-62. The number of unaccompanied Cuban children who arrived on these shores during that time grew to 14,000. They joined a program that became known as "Pedro Pan," sponsored by the Catholic Welfare, and were sent to private homes or orphanages while waiting to be reunited with their loved ones. While this separation was intended to be a short one, in reality it extended over many years and some of these children never saw their parents again. Christina's book is marketed as a novel for Young Adults, but the crisp writing and the universal feeling of loss and longing for home will appeal to readers of all ages. The story revolves around a 14 year of girl, Lucia, who dreams of celebrating her "quinces" in her native Cuba, and her 7-yr-old brother. After a short time in Miami at a camp for Cuban children they are sent to live in a farm up north where they experience snow for the first time. Although their new family shows them kindness and tries to make their adjustment to this country a pleasant experience, Lucia and her brother want nothing more than to be reunited with their parents. The title of the book comes from a red umbrella Lucia's mother owns, an umbrella Lucia hates but whose color the mother defends. It's not until the end of the book that we understand the true symbolism of the umbrella. Red stands for strength, courage. For me it stood for genius. Christina has personalized the story of two Pedro Pans--this reviewer was one of them--with dignity and heart! Brava, Christina! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Best YA Book of 2010 *by T***A on Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2010* This was great!!! It was a wonderful look at the early days of Castro's revolution and Cuban and American relations in 1961. The story is told from a 14 year old girl's point of view, Lucia.Lucia has normal 14 year old growing pains. She likes boys, wants to wear make up, is irritated by her younger brother, Frankie, but instead of having a normal teenager's life, Cuba, her country and home, goes into turmoil. When Castro and his revolutionary followers take over the government, not only is there soldiers everywhere, but also people being branded as traitors to the revolution. Unfortuneately, because her parents believe it's ok to have a different opinion from Castro, Lucia's family is branded as traitors. To save her, Lucia's parents send both her and her brother to the United States.Lucia and Frankie go to live with a foster family in Nebraska until her parents can join them or the revolution ends. Lucia must learn a new language, eat new foods, and make new friends. She adjusts rather well, but all the time she worries about her mother and father back in Cuba and wonders if she will ever see them again because the revolution doesn't seem to be ending and American/Cuban relations are getting very tense...The first half of the book takes place in Cuba and offers an amazing look into life in Cuba during Castro's early days and the fear or fanaticism some people felt. The second half of the book is about Lucia adjusting to American life and presents an idea of what it was like to be a Latina immigrant in 1961.Superb. The ending brought tears to my eyes. I really connected to Lucia. This is a book I will read again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book. Great story. *by G***O on Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2022* This is a well written book, with a great story behind it. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/11062713-the-red-umbrella](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/11062713-the-red-umbrella) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*