Rafael Polo's New Book 'Growing Up American: a Novel' Follows the Heartrending Tale of an Immigrant That is Wrought in Faith and Hope Amid Trying Times

Recent release 'Growing Up American: A Novel' from Covenant Books author Rafael Polo is a riveting book that shares the conflicted life of an immigrant as he tries to find refuge in a foreign land away from the turmoil of dictatorship.

Rafael Polo, a retired naval commander with a background in intelligence work, has completed his new book, “Growing Up American:  A Novel”: a timeless narrative that delves into the difficult life of Marco, a young boy who escapes the grip of political disquiet and found a meandering haven in the USA.

Rafael writes, “In 1959, the Cold War was getting warmer. Cuba was the revolutionary fuel that made it hot. When Fidel Castro took power, he promised free elections, but instead, he became the country’s new dictator, and a communist one at that. Marco’s family did not support the Castro regime and was subjected to insults and mockery from former ‘friends.’

As the country dug deeper and deeper into Marxism, Marco’s parents decided it was time to talk to their nine-year-old boy. They proposed a tough decision—either go live in the United States with his aunt or stay with them in Cuba. He chose to go. He knew that was what his parents wanted.

Marco lived with his aunt and uncle for a short and difficult time. About eight months later, his family was reunited. Like all immigrants before them, they struggled to make a living, but with hard work, discipline, and belief in God, they managed to thrive in a relative short time.

What follows is a story much like any story from millions of immigrants willing to work, assimilate, and become another ingredient in the great melting pot that is the United States of America.”

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Rafael Polo’s new book is a gripping depiction of every immigrant’s life in a foreign land after seeking asylum from their homeland.

This book is a no-holds-barred account of hope, strength, and wisdom in the life of a young immigrant in the land of dreams and fulfillment that is America to them.

Readers can purchase “Growing Up American:  A Novel” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.

Source: Covenant Books

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